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Product name Sling-type swing seats manufactured by the Hedstrom Corporation.
Description The seats were sold as part of Hedstrom and some Sears swing sets, and separately as swing seat replacements. 
Problem The “V”-shaped brackets that attach the sling seat to the swing chains have caused serious lacerations, when the hook ends of the brackets were not completely closed. The failure to completely close the bracket hooks may result in injury to children. 
Distribution Nationwide through retailers, wholesalers, and variety stores. 
Company Hedstrom Corporation, 800-453-7077 or 800-233-3271. 
Dates sold Prior to July 1992. 
Date posted 12/27/2001 
 

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