JumpSport recalls Manuals for Folding Mini-Trampolines due to risk of injury from improper instructions

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This recall provides new/enhanced instruction manuals, safety placards and warnings for all folding JFT mini-trampoline products sold before November 1, 2018.

Affected models have a hinged, round metal frame with a black fabric jumping surface suspended by bungee cords. The JumpSport®logo appears in white letters on the jumping surface. Some models were sold with accessories, such as a handlebar or workout videos.  Model information is listed below.

The following models are included in this recall:
Models Model Numbers Description
230f RBJ-S-20853-00 RBJ-S-20853-01 39 inches (99 centimetres), half-fold, straight legs
350f RBJ-S-20443-00 39 inches (99 centimetres), half-fold, arched legs
550f PRO RBJ-S-20665-00 44 inches (111.8 centimetres), half-fold, arched legs
550fi
(sold on Costco.ca)
RBJ-S-21005-00 RBJ-S-21005-01 RBJ-S-21005-03 44 inches (111.8 centimetres), half-fold, arched legs, sold in combination with optional handlebar

Hazard identified

Incorrect unfolding or folding of the trampolines can result in a user being struck forcefully by the frame, posing an injury hazard.

As of January 14, 2019, the company has received no reports of injuries in Canada. In the United States, the company has received eight reports of injuries since January 2011 involving contact with the frame, including cuts, bruises, and dental/facial injuries.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trampolines and contact JumpSport, Inc., for new, consolidated User’s manual containing revised instructions and warnings for these folding JFT Products.

For more information, visit JumpSport’s website to download new instructions and safety materials (English and French available) and watch new instructional videos (English with French subtitles is available). Consumers can also contact the company by telephone toll-free at 1-888-567-5867 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday.

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Source : Media Release

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