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U.S. CPSC
April 21, 2011 |
June Deadline Set for End to Globe Fire Sprinkler Model J Sprinkler Recall The U.S. CPSC and Globe Fire Sprinkler Corp. are urging residential and commercial property owners who have model J dry-type series fire sprinklers covered under the previously-announced recall and have not yet filed a claim to replace them, to contact Globe Fire Sprinkler immediately.   |
U.S. CPSC
April 25, 2003 |
American Household Inc. Recalls Star ME-1 Dry Fire Sprinklers CPSC reports that samples of Star ME-1 sprinklers removed from several locations and tested by independent testing laboratories did not operate as intended. |
U.S. CPSC
April 25, 2003 |
CPSC Warns Consumers to Replace Star ME-1 Dry Fire Sprinklers Made by Sprinkler Corporation of Milwaukee Because SCM is no longer in operation and has no assets, it is unable to conduct a recall, so no free replacement or refund is available for its sprinklers. Nevertheless, SCM urges building owners to follow CPSC guidance by replacing any Star ME-1 fire sprinklers manufactured from 1983-1995. |
U.S. CPSC
July 17, 2003 |
Toad Lawn Sprinklers Recalled by Midwest A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone nearby. |
U.S. CPSC
May 1, 2007 |
August Deadline Set for End to Central Sprinkler O-Ring Sprinkler Recall Property owners should act now to request replacement of sprinkler heads. |
U.S. CPSC
November 9, 2006 |
Enesco Group Inc. Recalls Heartwood Creek(R) Turtle Sprinklers for Laceration Hazard The sprinkler can break or shatter under normal garden hose water pressure, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
October 12, 2007 |
Ross Stores Recalls Turtle Sprinklers Due to Laceration Hazard The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
November 20, 2008 |
Watts Water Technologies Recalls Rotor and Shaft Assemblies Due to Fire Hazard If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
August 25, 2006 |
Syratech Corporation Recalls Elements Decorative Lawn Sprinklers If placed under intense water pressure, and pieces of plastic body can crack, break off and be projected 5 to 10 feet in the air, posing a risk of injury to consumers and bystanders. |
U.S. CPSC
December 23, 2008 |
Hallmark Recalls Jumbo Snow Globes Due to Fire Hazard When exposed to sunlight, the snow globes can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible materials, posing a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
May 28, 2003 |
Update of O-Ring Fire Sprinklers Recalled by Central Sprinkler Company Central initiated the voluntary replacement program in 2001 because it discovered the performance of these O-ring sprinklers can degrade over time. |
U.S. CPSC
June 24, 2008 |
A. O. Smith Recalls Water Pump Motors Due to Fire Hazard The water pumps with the recalled motors are labeled as containing a one-horsepower motor, but actually contain a 3/4-horsepower motor. Under certain conditions, the smaller motor could overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
Popular Mechanics
June 1999 |
Rain Makers Watering effectively with a sprinkler is a simple, multistep process. First, choose a sprinkler that allows you to water as much area as possible without relocating it... |
This Old House
Bruce Irving |
Life-Saving Fire Prevention Products From smoke alarms to automatic sprinkler systems, learn ways to protect your home and family from fire's devastating effects. |
| This Old House |
Fire Pit Safety These tips will keep your friendly fire from becoming a raging inferno. |
U.S. CPSC
September 15, 2011 |
CPSC Completes Final Studies to Help Affected Homeowners Remediate Problem Drywall The guidance calls for the replacement of all: problem drywall; smoke and carbon monoxide alarms; electrical distribution components, including receptacles, switches and circuit breakers, but not necessarily wiring; and fusible-type fire sprinkler heads. |
This Old House
John Kelsey |
Rain Makers Choosing and using lawn and garden sprinklers. |
