L-Shaped Quick-Clear Valve Adapters used with Mosquito Magnet® Insect Traps
Published January 11, 2006
Summary
CPSC records recall 06062, published January 11, 2006. Recalling firm: American Biophysics Corp., of North Kingstown, R.I.; Reported units: About 335,000.
What's the hazard
The maintenance accessory is an "L"-shaped, Quick-Clear Valve Adapter that can leak or break apart during use, possibly striking and injuring nearby persons or releasing pressurized carbon dioxide (CO2) that can freeze exposed skin.
What to do
Consumers should not use the recalled "L"-shaped Quick-Clear Adapter on the Mosquito Magnet insect trap. Contact the firm to receive a free replacement adapter.
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Recall details
- Brand
- American Biophysics Corp., of North Kingstown, R.I.
- Manufacturer
- American Biophysics Corp., of North Kingstown, R.I.
- Distributor
- Home centers, hardware stores, and industrial suppliers nationwide, as well as online and catalog retailers, provided the "L"-shaped Quick-Clear Valve Adapter as an accessory with Mosquito Magnet® insect trap products manufactured from October 2002 through November 2003. The adapters were sold separately for about $8.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was L-Shaped Quick-Clear Valve Adapters used with Mosquito Magnet® Insect Traps recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 06062 on January 11, 2006. Reported hazard: The maintenance accessory is an "L"-shaped, Quick-Clear Valve Adapter that can leak or break apart during use, possibly striking and injuring nearby persons or releasing pressurized carbon dioxide (CO2) that can freeze exposed skin.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should not use the recalled "L"-shaped Quick-Clear Adapter on the Mosquito Magnet insect trap. Contact the firm to receive a free replacement adapter.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: American Biophysics Corp., of North Kingstown, R.I..