Tuesday, June 19, 2012

News from CPSC - Three Recalls

-----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.CPSC.gov
Report an Unsafe Product: http://SaferProducts.gov

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This message consists of the following:

1. Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Thomas Lighting Due to Fire and Shock Hazards, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12197.html

2. Bel Air Lighting Recalls Outdoor Wall Mount Lanterns Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12198.html

3. Air Movers Recalled by EDIC Due to Fire Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12199.html

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1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 19, 2012
Release #12-197

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 764-0756
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Thomas Lighting Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of product: Thomas Lighting ceiling flush mount light fixtures

Units: About 83,750

Manufacturer: Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation, of Elgin, Ill.

Hazard: The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Thomas Lighting has received 11 reports of defective fixtures which resulted in the home's Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) tripping. No injuries have been reported to the firm.

Description: This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label.
Canopy | Size | Lights | Glass
SL325-8: White | 7-1/2" dia. | 1-light | White glass
SL8691-78: Brushed Nickel | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8771-63: Painted Bronze | 11" dia. | 1-light | Golden cream swirl glass
SL326-8: White | 9-1/2" dia. | 2-light | White glass
SL8691-81: Tile Bronze | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8772-63: Painted Bronze | 13" dia. | 2-light | Golden cream swirl glass
SL458-8: White | 9-1/2" dia. | 2-light | Clear glass
SL8692-1: Polished Brass | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8781-15: Oiled Bronze | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched glass
SL8652-1: Polished Brass | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched swirl glass
SL8692-18: Textured White | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8781-23: Colonial Bronze | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched glass
SL8683-81: Tile Bronze | 15" dia. | 3-light | Etched melon glass
SL8692-68: Burnished Bronze | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8781-78: Brushed Nickel | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched glass
SL8691-1: Polished Brass | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8692-78: Brushed Nickel | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8782-15: Oiled Bronze | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched glass
SL8691-11: Bronze Florentine | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8693-1: Polished Brass | 15-1/2" dia. | 3-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8782-23: Colonial Bronze | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched glass
SL8691-18: Textured White | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8693-78: Brushed Nickel | 15-1/2" dia. | 3-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8782-78: Brushed Nickel | 13" dia. | 2-light | Etched glass
SL8691-63: Painted Bronze | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8761-1: Polished Brass | 11" dia. | 1-light | Clear swirl glass
SL8691-68: Burnished Bronze | 11" dia. | 1-light | Etched alabaster style glass
SL8761-78: Brushed Nickel | 11" dia. | 1-light | Clear swirl glass

Sold at: Electrical distributors and lighting wholesalers nationwide from July 2010 through July 2011 for between $19 and $50 as Thomas Lighting products.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the fixture and contact Thomas Lighting to arrange for a free in-home repair of the fixtures by a qualified electrician.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Thomas Lighting at (800) 764-0756 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.thomaslighting.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12199.html

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2. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 19, 2012
Release #12-198

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 770-7018
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Bel Air Lighting Recalls Outdoor Wall Mount Lanterns Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Outdoor wall mount lanterns

Units: About 99,700

Importer: Bel Air Lighting Inc., of Valencia, Calif.

Manufacturers: Zhongshan De Gao Lighting Co. Ltd. and Zhongshan Huayi Lighting Co. Ltd., of Guangdong, China

Hazard: An electrical short circuit can occur in the lanterns' internal wiring, posing a risk of fire, burn and electric shock to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received seven reports of incidents, including two reports of lanterns catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves outdoor wall-mount lanterns made of cast aluminum in a rust color with beveled glass. A question mark shaped piece of metal connects the lantern body to the wall-mount plate. The lanterns were sold at Lowe's stores under the Portfolio brand name with item number 253366 and at lighting showrooms with item number 44181. The brand name and item number are printed on the product's packaging. Lanterns included in the recall are 19.25-inches tall by 9.75-inches wide by 9.25-inches deep and have a three-light candelabra base cluster inside. Part number "E194303" is printed on the base plate and on a label affixed to one of the light sockets.

Sold at: Lowe's stores and in lighting showrooms nationwide and at Lowes.com from June 2006 through May 2012 for about $48.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the lanterns and contact Bel Air Lighting for a free replacement lantern.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Bel Air Lighting at (888) 770-7018 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.regcen.com/belairlighting

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12198.html

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3. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 19, 2012
Release #12-199

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 289-8720
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Air Movers Recalled by EDIC Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Air movers/blowers

Units: About 53,000

Manufacturer: EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Hazard: The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: EDIC is aware of four incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. "Aqua Dri" is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model "3004AD" or model "3004ADxxx" (with additional letters) is printed on the serial number plate on the back of the units. Model numbers with "N" are not included in this recall. The air movers' plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.

Sold to: Flood remediation contractors and other service professionals nationwide from January 2003 through September 2011 for between $160 and $285.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact EDIC for a free repair kit to be installed by users.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 289-8720 between 8:30 a.m. through 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by fax at (323) 667-0144, by email at recall@edic-usa.com or visit the firm's website at www.EDIC-USA.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12199.html




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