Enesco Group Inc. Recalls Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinklers for Laceration Hazard
Released: Thursday, November 09, 2006 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Enesco Group Inc., of Itasca, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 2,600 Heartwood Creek Turtle Sprinklers. When connected to a garden hose, under normal household water pressure, the sprinkler can break or shatter, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinklers
Description
This recall involves the Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinkler. The lawn sprinkler is made of resin with a decorative turtle shell and stands about 5 1/2-inches tall and 10-inches long. The bottom of the sprinkler is printed with the item number 4005179 and the Heartwood Creek logo.
Hazards
When connected to a garden hose, under normal household water pressure, the sprinkler can break or shatter, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents
There have been eight reported incidents of the sprinkler breaking apart during use, including one report of a minor laceration.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and contact Enesco for a product exchange or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
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