CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • June 24, 2008

Dollar Tree Recalls Glue Guns Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves the "Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Gun" with product number "939701". The gun dispenses hot glue and is intended for craft projects. The glue gun is black with an orange trigger and measures approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. It has a 44-inch electrical cord attached. "Crafters Square" and "939701" are located on the gun's packaging. "DS-010 Glue Gun" is written in raised letters on the handle of the gun.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollartree.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1, and Deal$ stores nationwide from December 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.
Injuries
Dollar Tree is aware of four incidents in which these glue guns short circuited. No injuries have been reported.
Recall Number
08310

Product Information

Product Name
Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Guns
Product Type
Tools Miscellaneous
Number of Units
About 470,000
Imported By
Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Distributed By
Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 876-8077
Website www.dollartree.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollartree.com