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Foldable Steel Hammock Stand Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled

U.S. CPSCFallsSold on Lowe'sJun 13, 2006
Recalled Hammock Stand
Recalled Hammock Stand

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Hazard

The welds attaching the arms to the frame of the hammock stand can fail, allowing the hammock to fall. Users can be injured from falling to the ground, striking the hammock stand's base, or being struck by the arms of the hammock stand.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled hammock stands immediately and return them to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

There have been three reports of the hammock stands breaking at the welds. Six people have reported injuries from falling, including a head laceration requiring stitches, bruises and neck and back pain.

Product description

The recalled hammock stand is black steel, is foldable, and has two wheels. The item number, 226724, is printed on the box in which the hammock stand was sold, and on the instructions that were provided with the hammock stand.

Sold on

Lowe's stores nationwide from December 2005 through March 2006 for about $100.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Lowe's stores toll-free at (866) 259-8170 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com, the Lowe's Home Centers, Inc. Web site.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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