Tennis Net Tighteners Warning
USTennis Net Tighteners Warning
Recalling Firm: Jiffy A-4, M.R. Lane
Reason for Recall / Hazard
TranslatedLaceration
Product Description & Identification
TranslatedTennis Net Tighteners Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 1983 Release # 83-010 CPSC Warns Of Tennis Net Tightener Danger WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission today issued an alert to warn consumers of the risk of injury especially to small children associated with the M.R. Lane Jiffy A-4 Tennis Net Tightener. The Commission is aware of 18 injuries and one fatality which occurred when an 11-year-old girl was struck on the neck while adjusting the lever. The other incidents include facial and mouth injuries. The product is a tennis net tightening device made of iron. The device moves up and down the net post on a track bolted to the post. The lever increases or decreases the tension in the net and can spring forward with some force when released. A person can be seriously injured if struck by the lever. The brand name "Jiffy A-4" appears on the hook part of the device. The company manufactured approximately 50,000 units from 1929 until 1978. In 1978, the company issued cautionary labels and a safety pin was added to prevent small children from inadvertently pulling upon the handle. No reports of incidents or injuries have been received involving these redesigned units. The company has been out of business since November 1982. The product was distributed through sporting goods distributors and tennis court construction firms. The tennis net tensioning device has been installed in both private and public tennis courts. The Commission urges parents to caution children not to play with the tennis net tensioning device, but rather to request the maintenance personnel to adjust the net height, if necessary. The Commission urges operators of tennis courts in public parks and private clubs to check to determine if M.R. Lane A-4 Tennis Net Tensioning Devices are used on their courts and if they are, check to determine whether or not a safety pin has been added. If not, the handle should be tied down permanently so that a child can not move the handle. Also, place a notice near the tension device warning children to request maintenance personnel to adjust the device. JIFFY-A4 APPEARS ON THE HOOK PART OF THE DEVICE. ARROW SHOWS LOCATION OF SAFETY PIN. THIS SAFETY PIN IS PLACED THROUGH HOOK ASSEMBLY SO THAT A CHILD CAN NOT MOVE THE HANDLE. HANDLE SHOULD BE PERMANENTLY TIED DOWN IF SAFETY PIN HAS NOT BEEN ADDED THE TENNIS NET TIGHTENING DEVICE MOVES UP AND DOWN THE NET POST
Affected Products
TranslatedM.R. Lane A-4 Tennis Net Tensioning Devices; M.R. Lane Jiffy A-4 Tennis Net Tightener
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1983/CPSC-Warns-Of-Tennis-Net-Tightener-Danger |
| Title | Tennis Net Tighteners Warning |
| Hazards › Name | Laceration |
| Products › 1 › Name | M.R. Lane A-4 Tennis Net Tensioning Devices |
| Products › 2 › Name | M.R. Lane Jiffy A-4 Tennis Net Tightener |
| Products › 2 › Type | Sports Equipment & Accessories |
| Products › 2 › Category I D | 2145 |
| Recall I D | 4323 |
| Recall Date | 1983-03-09T00:00:00 |
| Description | Tennis Net Tighteners Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 1983 Release # 83-010 CPSC Warns Of Tennis Net Tightener Danger WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission today issued an alert to warn consumers of the risk of injury especially to small children associated with the M.R. Lane Jiffy A-4 Tennis Net Tightener. The Commission is aware of 18 injuries and one fatality which occurred when an 11-year-old girl was struck on the neck while adjusting the lever. The other incidents include facial and mouth injuries. The product is a tennis net tightening device made of iron. The device moves up and down the net post on a track bolted to the post. The lever increases or decreases the tension in the net and can spring forward with some force when released. A person can be seriously injured if struck by the lever. The brand name "Jiffy A-4" appears on the hook part of the device. The company manufactured approximately 50,000 units from 1929 until 1978. In 1978, the company issued cautionary labels and a safety pin was added to prevent small children from inadvertently pulling upon the handle. No reports of incidents or injuries have been received involving these redesigned units. The company has been out of business since November 1982. The product was distributed through sporting goods distributors and tennis court construction firms. The tennis net tensioning device has been installed in both private and public tennis courts. The Commission urges parents to caution children not to play with the tennis net tensioning device, but rather to request the maintenance personnel to adjust the net height, if necessary. The Commission urges operators of tennis courts in public parks and private clubs to check to determine if M.R. Lane A-4 Tennis Net Tensioning Devices are used on their courts and if they are, check to determine whether or not a safety pin has been added. If not, the handle should be tied down permanently so that a child can not move the handle. Also, place a notice near the tension device warning children to request maintenance personnel to adjust the device. JIFFY-A4 APPEARS ON THE HOOK PART OF THE DEVICE. ARROW SHOWS LOCATION OF SAFETY PIN. THIS SAFETY PIN IS PLACED THROUGH HOOK ASSEMBLY SO THAT A CHILD CAN NOT MOVE THE HANDLE. HANDLE SHOULD BE PERMANENTLY TIED DOWN IF SAFETY PIN HAS NOT BEEN ADDED THE TENNIS NET TIGHTENING DEVICE MOVES UP AND DOWN THE NET POST |
| Recall Number | 83010 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Jiffy A-4 |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | M.R. Lane |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-12-19T00:00:00 |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Tennis Net Tighteners Warning?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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