Enesco Group Inc. Recalls Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinklers for Laceration Hazard

Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinklers

Date of Recall
2006-11-09

CPSC Release Number
07-028

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(888) 443-8669

Units
About 2,600

Importer
Enesco Group Inc., of Itasca, Ill.

Sold By
Specialty gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through June 2006 and through QVC from April 2006 through June 2006 for about $30. QVC purchasers of this item have already received direct notice from QVC notifying them of this recall.

Problem/Hazard
When connected to a garden hose, under normal household water pressure, the sprinkler can break or shatter, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
There have been eight reported incidents of the sprinkler breaking apart during use, including one report of a minor laceration.

Description
This recall involves the Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinkler. The lawn sprinkler is made of resin with a decorative turtle shell and stands about 5 1/2-inches tall and 10-inches long. The bottom of the sprinkler is printed with the item number 4005179 and the Heartwood Creek logo.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and contact Enesco for a product exchange or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, consumers can contact Enesco toll-free at (888) 443-8669 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Enesco's Web site at www.enesco.com

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