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January 8, 2007 at 1:25 pm

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Angel

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‘Wacky warnings’ rewarded in US

The warning appears on coin-operated washing machines

A washing machine complete with a warning not to put anybody inside has been given an award for the “wackiest warning” by a US lobby group.

The Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch says the tendency of Americans to sue companies has gone too far, encouraging absurd warning labels on products.

But others say warning labels can play a role in protecting the public.

An engine manufacturer which warned “Never use a lit match or open flame to check fuel level” won second prize.

Excessive litigation
Warnings not to dry wet mobile phones in microwave ovens and not to iron lottery tickets tied for third place.

Honourable mentions went to a phonebook which advised: “Please do not use this directory while operating a moving vehicle”.

The Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch (M-Law) is campaigning to cut down on what it considers the harmful effects of excessive litigation in the United States.
The winning labels were selected by listeners of a Detroit radio station from a list compiled by M-Law.

The group began the Wacky Warning Labels contest 10 years ago as part of its campaign to have “common sense warnings on products”, M-Law says on its website.
But a spokesperson from the washing machine maker whose label bagged top prize, said its warning is valid.

:laugh_at::laugh_at::laugh_at:
January 8, 2007 at 2:19 pm

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General Lighting

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I recently saw as a pack of (non-vegetarian) sausages I that said “warning ; contains raw meat” (well I would hope so!)

I prefer our European “stick figures in peril” type signs.

I used to see this a lot when sorting out power for squat party crews, it made it quite clear what could happen to you if you were not careful 😉

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This one is from Wales where they speak their own language as well as English.

I think the warning sounds scarier in Welsh (a Welsh friend of mine told me how it should be pronounced)
January 8, 2007 at 2:35 pm

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stax

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haha

i like the ones on salted peanuts

”this product may contain nuts”

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January 8, 2007 at 2:46 pm

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Angel

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On a blanket from Taiwan:
Not to be used as protection from a tornado.

Warning on fireplace log:
Caution — Risk of Fire.

A warning on a pair of shin guards manufactured for bicyclists:
Shin pads cannot protect any part of the body they do not cover.

Warning on an electric router made for carpenters:
This product not intended for use as a dental drill.

On a bottle of shampoo for dogs:
Caution: The contents of this bottle should not be fed to fish.

On a hair dryer:
Do not use in shower.

On Marks & Spencer bread pudding
Product will be hot after heating.

On a string of Chinese made Christmas lights:
For indoor or outdoor use only.

On an American Airlines packet of nuts:
Instructions – open packet, eat nuts.

On some frozen dinners:
Serving suggestion: defrost.

On a hotel provided shower cap:
Fits one head.

On Nytol Nighttime Sleep-Aid:
Warning: May cause drowsiness.

Warning on a cartridge for a laser printer:
Do not eat toner.

A wheel 13″ a wheelbarrow warns:
Not for highway use.

Can of self-defense pepper spray warns:
May irritate eyes.

Warning on a Conair Pro Style 1600 hair dryer:
Do not use in shower. Never use while sleeping.

Silly Putty package warning:
Not for use as earplugs.

On a bag of Fritos:
You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside.

Baby stroller warning:
Remove child before folding.

Household iron warns:
Never iron clothes while they are being worn.

A fireplace lighter cautions:
Do not use near fire, flame or sparks.

A handheld massager warns consumers:
Don’t use while sleeping or unconscious.

Warning on underarm deodorant:
Do not spray in eyes.

Cardboard car sun shield that keeps sun off the dashboards warns
Do not drive with sun shield in place

Warning on a sharpening stone:
Knives are sharp.

Bottle water label warns:
Twist top off with hands. Throw top away. Do not put top in mouth.

On a box or rat poison
Warning: Has been found to cause cancer in laboratory mice.

On a Domino’s Pizza box
Caution: Contents hot!

Toilet bowl cleaning brush warns:
Do not use orally.

An electric cattle prods warns:
For use on animals only

A can of air freshner warns:
Keep out of reach of children and teenagers

Cheap rubber ball toy warning:
Choking hazard: This toy is a small ball.

Caution on a package of dice:
Not for human consumption.

In the manual of a chainsaw:
Do not attempt to stop the blade with your hand.

Stamped on the barrel of a .22 calibre rifle:
Warning: Misuse may cause injury or death.

Instructions for an electric thermometer:
Do not use orally after using rectally.

On the wrapper of a Fruit Roll-Up snack:
Remove plastic before eating.

A TV remote controller warns:
Not dishwasher safe.
January 8, 2007 at 4:07 pm

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So not a good look

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Saw a photo of a sign in the states once,which said only “Warning this sign may have sharp edges”:laugh_at:
January 8, 2007 at 4:26 pm

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stax

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January 8, 2007 at 5:24 pm

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Raj

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RATFLMAO :laugh_at::laugh_at::laugh_at::laugh_at::laugh_at:

these are great guys :bounce_fl:bounce_fl
January 8, 2007 at 11:08 pm

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cheeseweasel

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Silly signs will be the downfall of humanity. In years to come the gene pool will be polluted with stupid people who should have killed themselves by climbing inside washing machines and slitting their wrists on sharp signs. It’s called natural selection, and by preventing people from dying in amusingly stupid circumstances we will create a race of idiots.
January 9, 2007 at 1:56 am

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BioTech

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cheeseweasel wrote:

Silly signs will be the downfall of humanity. In years to come the gene pool will be polluted with stupid people who should have killed themselves by climbing inside washing machines and slitting their wrists on sharp signs. It’s called natural selection, and by preventing people from dying in amusingly stupid circumstances we will create a race of idiots.

Hahaha!! *high five*

:lol_teeth
January 9, 2007 at 9:05 am

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stax

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cheeseweasel wrote:

Silly signs will be the downfall of humanity. In years to come the gene pool will be polluted with stupid people who should have killed themselves by climbing inside washing machines and slitting their wrists on sharp signs. It’s called natural selection, and by preventing people from dying in amusingly stupid circumstances we will create a race of idiots.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darwin_Awards
January 10, 2007 at 4:40 am

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benbear

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Ok it’s not a wacky sign but I still love it. 😉

http://www.partyvibe.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=19262
January 10, 2007 at 7:56 pm

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ever heard of Chinglish?? these are great signs!!!
January 10, 2007 at 8:18 pm

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General Lighting

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yep – there’s some corkers about (they happen because Chinese uses the same character to express abstract concepts as well as real items)..

My family are from Malaysia and I used to see or hear of loads, but they are becoming less frequent these days as people learn better English. Mainland China is still good for these kind of signs..

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January 10, 2007 at 8:22 pm

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Angel

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:laugh_at: :laugh_at: :laugh_at:
January 11, 2007 at 11:25 am

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Wow! i would be a bit confussed finding this on my food label :lol_crash
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