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Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalls Roll-Up Blinds due to Risk of Strangulation

U.S. CPSCStrangulationSep 9, 2010
Recalled Roll-Up Blind
Recalled Roll-Up Blind
Recalled Roll-Up Blind showing hazard
Recalled Roll-Up Blind showing hazard

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Hazard

Strangulation can occur when the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop, or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the roll-up blinds and return the product to the nearest Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves all bamboo roll-up blinds with valances. The blinds were sold in two sizes: 36"x72" and 48"x72."

Sold on

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores nationwide between April 2009 and December 2009. The 36"x72" blinds were sold for $25 and the 48"x72" blinds for $30.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores toll-free at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm at [email protected]. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.joann.com

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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