Internal Halyard Flagpoles
Published January 20, 2004
Summary
CPSC records recall 04532, published January 20, 2004. Recalling firm: Kearney-National, Hapco Division, of Abingdon, Va.; Reported units: 118.
What's the hazard
A partially crimped sleeve on these flagpoles can allow the cable to pull through the sleeve, causing the loop to release. When the assembly is raised with no flag attached, it can allow a seven pound counter weight to drop to the ground, possibly hitting people nearby.
What to do
Hapco is directly notifying consumers who purchased these flagpoles about the recall and providing free repair kits.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Kearney-National, Hapco Division, of Abingdon, Va.
- Manufacturer
- Kearney-National, Hapco Division, of Abingdon, Va.
- Distributor
- Hardware and flag stores nationwide, from August 2003 through October 2003, for between $1,000 and $1,500.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Internal Halyard Flagpoles recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04532 on January 20, 2004. Reported hazard: A partially crimped sleeve on these flagpoles can allow the cable to pull through the sleeve, causing the loop to release. When the assembly is raised with no flag attached, it can allow a seven pound counter weight to drop to the ground, possibly hitting people nearby.
What should I do if I have this product?
Hapco is directly notifying consumers who purchased these flagpoles about the recall and providing free repair kits.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Kearney-National, Hapco Division, of Abingdon, Va..