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Enesco Group Inc. Recalls Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinklers for Laceration Hazard

U.S. CPSCCutsNov 9, 2006
Recalled Turtle Sprinkler
Recalled Turtle Sprinkler

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Hazard

When connected to a garden hose, under normal household water pressure, the sprinkler can break or shatter, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.

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.

Incidents & injuries

There have been eight reported incidents of the sprinkler breaking apart during use, including one report of a minor laceration.

Product 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.

Sold on

Specialty gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through June 2006 and through QVC from April 2006 through June 2006 for about $30.

Contact the company

For additional information, consumers can contact Enesco toll-free at (888) 443-8669 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Enesco's Web site at www.enesco.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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