Crib instructions for the Graco Apsen 3-in-1 8740 Crib Problem:

this crib has been recalled. do not use it

Check this CPSC link.

Most if not all of the simplicity brand cribs have been recalled reguardless of whether they had wood or metal mattress supports.

There were 2 different recalls on the wood version but both were recalled for the drop-side issues.

This link specifically includes the Aspen 3 in 1 cribs and model #: 8740

We took ours to our local walmart last summer (we purchased it in a different state almost 8 years ago). I brought to cpsc report with me. They had not issue with the recalled information we has matching it to our crib. It did take the clerk a bit to find our crib in their system because it was older, but once she did we recieved a full refund, without a receipt.

As far as changing them to a toddler bed. When we converted ours to a toddler bed we simply removed the drop-side from the crib. The drop-side parts can be unscrewed from the side rails. Then we screwed the toddler rails to the bottom of the crib. Ours had screw holds for the toddler rails on the mattress support. If you do not have the holes for it, then you may have put the mattress support on backwards ie with the side that has the holes for the toddler bed rails on the backside of the crib.

http://www.pritzkerlaw.com/Aspen_Graco_Crib_Recall/


please review this link

The Aspen crib model 8740 3 in 1 crib along with millions of other drop-side cribs has been recalled.

Here is the CPSP link reguarding this crib:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07307.html

According to the CPSP information the company appears to be out of business to some degree and are not providing repair kits.

If you know where you purchased the crib, check to see what their policy is reguarding recalled baby products.

We had purchased ours at walmart almost 8 years ago and were able to return it to another store in a different state for a full refund last summer. They did not need a reciept received, they just needed the manufacturer label on the part that the mattress lies on.
Because ours was older, the customer service clerk did have to work hard to find the crip in their system, but once she did, it was not problem at all.

crib was recalled
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09260list.html

I have the instructions still but the crib was recalled
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09260list.html

I lost instruction to my baby crib Model # 10-185 WHOG

Most if not all of the simplicity brand drop-side cribs have been recalled, This includes the Graco 8740 and other Graco labeled cribs.

Here is the CPSP link regarding this crib:
http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml09/09260list.html
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07307.html

According to the CPSP information the company appears to be out of business to some degree and are not providing repair kits.

If you know where you purchased the crib, check to see what their policy is regarding recalled baby products.

We had purchased ours at walmart almost 8 years ago and were able to return it to another store in a different state for a full refund last summer. They did not need a receipt received, they just needed the manufacturer label on the part that the mattress lies on.

Because ours was older, the customer service clerk did have to work hard to find the crib in their system, but once she did, it was not problem at all.

PLEASE READ THIS WEBSITE INFO ASAP! The model 38740 WAS RECALLED! Please check your serial number with this wepage! http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2007/simplicity_cribs2.html

Also, you can call Simplicity Inc, who made this model with Graco at 1-800-858-8323. If your model is not recalled, I'm sure they can instruct you on obtaining a manual! Good luck!! :)

I found my instructions for the crib if I can always scan and email you them if you want.
Irene