Roman Shades
Published December 15, 2009
Summary
CPSC records recall 10074, published December 15, 2009. Recalling firm: Draper Inc., of Spiceland, Ind.; Reported units: About 1,800.
What's the hazard
These shades have an exposed operating cord and exposed inner cords on the back of the shade. Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. In addition, these shades have a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the shade, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and call Draper for a free retrofit kit that removes both the operating cords and the exposed inner cords from the shades.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Draper Inc., of Spiceland, Ind.
- Manufacturer
- Draper Inc., of Spiceland, Ind.
- Distributor
- Specialty window covering dealers nationwide from March 2000 through September 2009 for between $450 and $2,100.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Roman Shades recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 10074 on December 15, 2009. Reported hazard: These shades have an exposed operating cord and exposed inner cords on the back of the shade. Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. In addition, these shades have a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the shade, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and call Draper for a free retrofit kit that removes both the operating cords and the exposed inner cords from the shades.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Draper Inc., of Spiceland, Ind..