Floor model strollers?

Question

i work at a department store and they were throwing out floor model strollers and highchairs and playpens and such. i brought home a stroller and i was wondering if they really are dangerous because theyre " display"

a lot of the people from my work brought home strollers also. do you think its unsafe?

Answer 1

The display models aren't up to the standards that the actual product has to meet. They can't be sold or donated to charity. Be careful. I worked at Target for years, we had an agreement with the manufacturer that the displays would be destroyed when they were no longer floor models.

Answer 2

I don't see why they would be unsafe as long as you checked them first to make sure there are no signs of damage. I have bought floor model items many times and had no problem.

I can't imagine stores tossing strollers and high chairs out. Maybe you should suggest to the manager that he or she donate them to a charity. Many women can't afford to buy them and they would probably be safer than the very old ones they get at yard sales.

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In response to the post following mine, I have never been told I couldn't purchase a floor model because it wasn't the same as the actual item. I examine those to help me determine whether or not I want to purchase the actual item. I wouldn't buy one that seemed less than perfect.

That does make a difference. Please make sure that the items your store is disposing of are the same as the ones you are selling. If they aren't, don't trust them.