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GU Hardware Recalls Window Fittings Due to Injury Hazard

Reported: November 28, 2012 Initiated: November 28, 2012 #13050

Product Description

This recall involves tilt-turn stay arm and side-hung sash hinge adjustable window fittings. They are used to attach a window to a frame and primarily sold for use in commercial buildings. The fittings have clamps, locking pins and stainless steel springs. "G-U" and the component number are stamped at the ends of the fitting. The recalled G-U Hardware window fittings have the following model names, and model and component numbers: Window Fitting Model Name Model Number Component Number Side-hung sash hinge Jet AK8 6-31064-00-0-1 9-31209 Tilt-turn stay arm Jet AK8 30 K-15805-00-0-1 9-31209 Jet AK8 50 K-15806-00-0-1 9-31208 Jet AK8 90 K-15807-00-0-1 9-31208

Reason for Recall

The window fittings can break. This can cause the window to fall, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Contact G-U Hardware to arrange for the free replacement and installation of new window fittings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves tilt-turn stay arm and side-hung sash hinge adjustable window fittings. They are used to attach a window to a frame and primarily sold for use in commercial buildings. The fittings have clamps, locking pins and stainless steel springs. "G-U" and the component number are stamped at the ends of the fitting. The recalled G-U Hardware window fittings have the following model names, and model and component numbers: Window Fitting Model Name Model Number Component Number Side-hung sash hinge Jet AK8 6-31064-00-0-1 9-31209 Tilt-turn stay arm Jet AK8 30 K-15805-00-0-1 9-31209 Jet AK8 50 K-15806-00-0-1 9-31208 Jet AK8 90 K-15807-00-0-1 9-31208. Recalled by G-U Yapi of Turkey. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The window fittings can break. This can cause the window to fall, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Contact G-U Hardware to arrange for the free replacement and installation of new window fittings.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 28, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13050.