Recall archive/Weekly round-ups/24–30 September 2012
AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

24–30 September 2012.

6 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.

Tools and machinery

2000 & 3000 Series Weigh Scale Indicators

Tru-Test Ltd has identified a problem with the batteries in older versions of the 2000 and 3000 series livestock weigh scale indicators. Standard NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries, such as the ones used in these indicators, can in certain circumstances emit small amounts of hydrogen gas. It is possible for pressure to build up over time and through some form of external trigger (such as static electricity), may result in the front panel of the indicator cracking with force.

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Games and puzzles

Tinyme Wooden Personalised Name Puzzles

Due to a batch-manufacturing fault, some of the plastic pegs and pins may detach and liberate small-parts. The letters being recalled do not comply with the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age (Australian Standard AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2003, as amended by the regulation).

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