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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: This
weekly newsletter covers:
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Asko Cylinda Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
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Globe Fire Sprinkler Corp. Recalls Dry Fire Sprinklers: Model J Heads Can Fail to Operate During a Fire
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Thermador® Ceramic Cooktops Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

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ASKO CYLINDA RECALLS DW95 SERIES DISHWASHERS DUE TO FIRE HAZARD
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Products: Asko DW95 Model Series Dishwashers Units: About 130,000 Manufacturer: Asko Cylinda AB, of Vara, Sweden Importer/Distributor: AM Appliance Group Inc., of Richardson, Texas Hazard: An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 21 reports of dishwasher fires. Product and property damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported. Description: The recalled dishwashers include the ASKO model series DW95 with model numbers 1355, 1375, 1385, 1475, 1485, 1555, 1585, 1595, 1655, 1805, 1885, and 1895 manufactured from January 1995 through April 2000. The model number, serial numbers and manufacture date are printed on the name plate on the right interior side of the dishwasher door. Asko dishwashers manufactured after April 2000 are not included in the recall. Sold by: Major kitchen appliance distributors/dealers nationwide from January 1995 through April 2000 for between $750 and $1,300. Manufactured in: Sweden Remedy: Consumers should stop using the dishwashers immediately and contact Asko to arrange for a free inspection and repair or to participate in a rebate program. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Asko toll-free at (866) 309-9921 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.askousa.com

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GLOBE FIRE SPRINKLER CORP. RECALLS DRY FIRE SPRINKLERS: MODEL J HEADS CAN FAIL TO OPERATE DURING A FIRE
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Name of Product: Globe Model J Series Dry Fire Sprinklers Units: About 300,000 Manufacturer: Globe Fire Sprinkler Corp., of Standish, Mich. Hazard: The sprinkler heads can deteriorate over time and fail to operate in a fire. Incidents/Injuries: Globe has received five reports of sprinklers that failed to operate as intended during a fire. Globe has received no reports of injuries caused by sprinklers failing to operate. Description: Model J Series dry fire sprinklers come in pendent, upright, and sidewall configurations. The name "Globe,” the letter "J” and the year of manufacture (1990 though 1999) are embossed on the frame of each sprinkler. These dry sprinklers were designed to be installed in areas of buildings where the sprinklers or water supply pipes may be subject to freezing, such as unheated attics, freezers and coolers, parking garages, porches and warehouses. Sold by: Fire protection contractors nationwide from January 1990 through December 1999 for between $27 and $36 per sprinkler head. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Contact Globe immediately to arrange to receive replacement sprinkler heads at a reduced cost of $9 per sprinkler head. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Globe at (800) 248-0278 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.globesprinkler.com and click on the "Recall" link.

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THERMADOR® CERAMIC COOKTOPS RECALLED BY BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORP. DUE TO FIRE HAZARD
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Product: Thermador® Brand Ceramic Cooktops Units: About 2,000 Manufacturer: BSH Home Appliances Corp. of Huntington Beach, Calif. Hazard: The cooktop can come on by itself when switched off, creating a potential fire hazard if flammable items are left on the cooktop. Incidents/Injuries: None. Description: The cooktop has electric and induction heating elements with a black ceramic glass surface. This recall involves model numbers CIT302DS/01 and CIT362DS/01 with date codes between 8606 and 8612. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the cooktop. Sold at: Appliance and specialty stores nationwide from October 2006 through March 2007 for between $1,800 and $2,200. Manufactured in: Spain Remedy: Consumers should disconnect the cooktop at the circuit breaker when not in use, and never leave anything on the cooktop when it is unattended. Contact BSH Home Appliances for a free in-home repair. Consumer Contact: For more information, contact BSH Home Appliances at (800) 758-1001 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.thermador.com

Model Number CIT362DS/01

Model Number CIT302DS/01

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relationship. The information contained in this update is general in nature.
Individual situations of readers may not fit the general educational
information described in the column. Readers are strongly encouraged to consult
with an attorney to evaluate individual situations and provide legal advice.
Any reliance on the information contained herein is taken at the reader's own
risk and should not be considered legal advice.

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