Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 20, 2009. The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Rotating Sports Table Lamps Units: About 145 Importer: Wincraft Inc., of Winona, Minn. Hazard: An electrical problem[Read More…]
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