The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·77017·Announced 1977-03-01

RAPCO Recalls Two Electric Rock Polishers Due to Electric Shock Hazard

RAPCO is recalling two models of electric rock polishers because they pose a risk of electric shock. Consumers should return the units for a full refund.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

RAPCO, Division of Martin Yale Industries, is recalling two models of electric rock polishers: the Tumble Stones Model #1901 and the Deluxe Double Barrel, Tumble Stones Model #1902. These products were distributed nationwide to department stores, toy stores, discount stores, and other retailers. The recall involves approximately 45,900 units. Model #1901 retailed for $9.50, and Model #1902 retailed for $12.50.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall because the polishers fail to comply with Federal regulations for electrically-operated toys. Specifically, the units fail to provide protection from moving parts, contain accessible live parts, have electric power cords that are not adequately secured to the unit, and have cords shorter than the minimum required length of 5 feet. These defects pose a possible electric shock hazard to the user. Although no injuries associated with these rock polishers have been reported, the products are banned from sale under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act.

Consumers should stop using these rock polishers immediately. To obtain a full refund, consumers should return the toy to the place of purchase or directly to the manufacturer at RAPCO, 500 North Spaulding Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60624.

The recalled product

Product
RAPCO Deluxe Double Barrel Tumble Stones Rock Polishers
Manufacturer
RAPCO
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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