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ALERT: Window Covering Safety Council announces recall of Corded Bottom-Up Top-Down (BUTD) style Corded Window Blinds and Shades

Issued November 22, 2013
What to do
Consumers who have a corded BUTD window blind or shade as described above should contact the WCSC immediately to order a free retrofit kit by visiting the WCSC website or by calling 1-800-506-4636. The retrofit kit converts the joined cord device for the intermediate rail operating cord to separate cords and includes cord cleats to help keep cords out of reach of young children. Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada. Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form .