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Chinese Junk Watch: Continuum Recalls Lenox Tea Kettles

Posted on 12 April 2020 by Ken Zino

Continuum’s Lenox-branded 2.5 Quart Whistling Stainless Steel Tea Kettle with a three-layered bottom are expelling hot water through the top. Continue reading →

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Chinese Junk Watch – Black & Decker DR560 Drill/Driver

Posted on 4 November 2018 by Ken Zino

The side handle sold with the drill can slip or break, leading to a loss of control of the tool, posing an injury hazard . About 641,000 (in addition, about 18,000 were sold in Canada) potentially dangerous drills are in the hands of customers. Black & Decker has received 11 reports of side handles slipping or breaking and one report of a torn rotator cuff injury. Consumers should immediately stop using the drills and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement side handle. Continue reading →

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Chinese-Made Junk – HAUS Mosquito Zapper, Toys R Us Pacifier

Posted on 8 September 2016 by Ken Zino

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said today that Chinese made HAUS Mosquito Zapper LED Light Bulbs pose and electrical shock hazard. The firm has received two reports of the bulb separating from the connector. No injuries or property damage have been reported. In addition, Toys ‘R’ Us is recalling Chinese-made Pacifier Clips due to choking hazard because the clip’s spring mechanism can break and release small parts. Continue reading →

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