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InjuryJune 2, 2016CPSC #16750

Square Grove Recalls Sit-Stand Desk Converters Due to Serious Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Product
Dressers & Chests
Units affected
750
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves Square Grove's Sit-Stand Converters. The model included in the recall is UPL147 and includes the freestand and clamp versions. The freestand version sits on a desk that raises and lowers a computer monitor and keyboard by 17 inches. The clamp version functions the same, but clamps to the back of the desk. The color of both versions is black. The dimensions for the top platform are about 24 inches in width and 16 inches in diameter. The keyboard platform dimensions are about 24 inches in width and 9 inches in diameter. The freestanding base platform version dimensions are about 20 inches in width and 20 inches in diameter. The clamp mount version dimensions are about 7 inches in width and 18 inches in diameter. The words "UPLIFT DESK" are printed on the product.

Hazard

The pneumatic lifting mechanism can pinch or break fingers during assembly or use, posing a risk of serious injury.

Injuries

Square Grove has received reports of two incidents that resulted in a broken finger and a pinched finger with bruising.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Online at www.upliftdesk.com and www.thehumansolution.com from January 2016 through March 2016 for about $220.

Photos

Square Grove sit-stand desk converter (freestand version)Square Grove sit-stand desk converter (clamp version)Square Grove sit-stand desk converter
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