Manufacturer: Kidde Safety, of Mebane, NC
Product: Nighthawks & Lifesavers Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Problem: Both models could alarm late or not at all
Effected Models: Lifesaver #9CO-1 & 9CO-1C manufactured/date; 6/1/97 to 1/31/98; Nighthawk models manufactured/date; 11/8/98 to 3/9/99
Contact Number: Kidde Safety (888)-543-3346

Manufacturer: Kmart Corporation, of Troy
Product: Tru-Burn Portable Gas Grills
Problem: The burner manifold connection can separate during use, resulting in flame outside of grill.
Effected Models: Box labeled UPC Code 024838170001 and Kmart 0-118731-116
Contact Number: Kmart (800)-635-6278

GE Dishwashers (OLS Newsletter Nov/Dec 1999)

Manufacturer: General Electric & Hot Point
Product: Dishwashers
Problem: A slide switch that allows consumers to choose between heat drying and energy saver function can melt and ignite, presenting a fire hazard.
Effected Models: GSD500D, GSD500G, GSD540, HDA467, HDA477 or HDA487
Contact Number: GE (800) 599-2929
Supplement Information: In December 2000, General Electric announced a free repair option in the form of rewiring for all the recalled appliances. A GE-Technician will rewire the dishwasher’s slide switch at no cast to consumers

Manufacturer: The Colbra Group, which is OUT of BUSINESS
Product: "Fire Cap" fire & smoke suppressant
Problem: The product does not suppress fires and could intensify fires.
Effected Models: Snap-On Tools, Home Shopping Network sold product nationwide from 2/1996 to 9/1999.
Contact Number: CPSC (800) 638-2772

Manufacturer: American LaFrance & BECO
Product: Fire Extinguishers
Problem: The plastic valve and nozzle assembly of the three models of fire extinguishers could blow off with enough force to cause serious injury, due to a defect in the threads connecting the nozzle assembly to the red canister.
Effected Models: P-250MA serial #(FS24000-FS087500 & FZ65001-FZ656500), P-250MA serial #(FM947501-FM949500 & FZ80001-FZ781500), P-275RA serial #(FS834501-FS836000 & FZ638001-FZ647500)
Contact Number: Badger-Powhatan (800)-922-3499

Manufacturer: Hanna’s Candle Co., of Fayetteville, AK
Product: Millennium Candles
Problem: The candleholder can crack when the burning wick touches the side of the glass, causing lacerations.
Effected Models: "The Millennium Martini Scented Candle" sold through SAM’S CLUB stores nationwide 10/1999-11/1999
Contact Number: Hanna’s Candle Co. (888)-242-6627

Manufacturer: Kmart Corporation, of Troy MI
Product: "Little Ones" wooden accent lamps
Problem: Lamps can short circuit, posing fire hazard.
Effected Models: Airplane, alphabet letters (ABC), numbers (123), baseball with bat, train and sailboat style lamps.
Contact Numbers: Kmart (800)-635-6278

Manufacturer: Proctor Silex, Inc.
Product: Traditional upright Toasters
Problem: The heating elements can remain on after the toast pops up, posing a fire hazard.
Effected Models: Model #24205 & 24208 with series codes A0379 to A3279 or A2589 to A3289
Contact Number: Proctor-Silex, Inc (800)-992-4616

Manufacturer: IBM
Product: AC adapters used with IBM ThinkPad 310, IBM ThinkPad I Series notebook & IBM WorkPad z50 companion devices.
Problem: The AC adapters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Effected Models: FRU p/n #12J0537, 12J0539, or 02K6562 sold 5/1997 to 11/1999
Contact Number: IBM (800)-426-3387

Manufacturer: BRK Brands, Inc. of Aurora, IL
Product: First Alert household fire extinguishers
Problem: The extinguishers can fail to discharge when the trigger is activated failing to put out a fire, which puts the consumer at risk of fire-related injuries
Effected Models: FE1A10G, serial numbers beginning with RH, RK, RL, RP, RT, RU, or RW and sold 9/1999 to 9/2000
Contact Number: First Alert (866)-669-2736

Manufacturer: Universal Security Instruments, Inc.
Product: Safe T Alert smoke alarm (AC unit only), Universal smoke alarm (AC unit only), Universal smoke alarm (AC/DC units with battery backup), USI Electric smoke alarm (AC/DC units with battery backup
Problem: The smoke alarms can fail to alarm when smoke or fire is present. A capacitor in the alarm can burn out, releasing smoke and melting the cover.
Effected Models: Safe T Alert model #SA-785 (AC unit only), Universal model #SS-785 (AC unit only), Universal model #SS-795 (AC/DC units with battery backup), USI Electric model #USI-1203 (AC/DC units with battery backup
Contact Number: Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (800)-390-4321

Manufacturer: Farberware and Roshco
Product: Farberware; Fondue Sets; Roshco; Fondue Sets
Problem: Some sets have alcohol burners that can produce high flames beyond the intended surface of the fondue pot. Other sets, which use chafing fuel, are being recalled because the chafing fuel holder may tip as it burns down. Both problems present potential fire and burn hazards.
Effected Models: Farberware; Models 86600 (2-types), 86700, 86702 and 76743 Roshco; Model 58903. All fondue sets were sold nationwide from June 1999-October 2000
Contact Numbers: Call Lifetime Hoan: (877) 523-7190

Manufacturer: Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala
Product: "Nature’s Preserve" 16oz canning jar, 10oz round jar "Home Fragrance" sold in ice tea/lemonade glasses, champagne flutes "Spring Hydrangea" round containers filled with imitation flowers.
Problem: These candles burn with a high flame, posing a fire hazard.
Effected Models: Stated above
Department Stores: Sold by; Bath & Body Works and White Barn
Contact Number: Bath & Body Works/The White Barn Candle Co 1-800-395-1001 between 8:30am to 5:30pm

Manufacturer: The Brinkmann Corporation, of Dallas, Texas
Product: Endura solar lights (outdoors-solar lights)
Problem: The beveled lens on the solar light can act as a magnifying glass. When sunlight passes through the lens, nearby combustible materials, such as mulch or dry grass, can catch fire.
Effected Models: Endura "Contempra" solar lights with beveled lens ring around the middle
Department stores: Home, hardware and discount stores nationwide sold from February 1998 through December 2000
Contact Number: Brinkmann Corp.; 1-800-675-5301 between 8:30am to 5:00pm,CT.

Manufacturer: Maytag Corporation
Product: Gas ranges
Problem: The vent flue insulation can be out of position on these ranges. Using the broil or self-clean functions on the ranges can cause scorching or burning of cabinetry around the ronge, posing a fire hazard.
Effected Models: Model # CGS1230, CGS1740, CGS3760, MGS5770 or MGS5870 Serial #s ending in WU, WW, WY, WZ, YB, YF & YH
Department Stores: Department, appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold from September 1999 to April 2000.
Contact Number: Maytag Customer Service, 1-800-544-2538 between 8:00am to 5:00pm ET or www.maytag.com