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1. Lithonia Lighting Recalls to Repair Ceiling Light Fixtures Due to Impact Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Lithonia-Lighting-Recalls-to-Repair-Ceiling-Light-Fixtures
2. Nidec Motor Recalls Swimming Pool Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Nidec-Motor-Recalls-Swimming-Pool-Motors
3. Madison Mill Recalls Safety Gates Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Madison-Mill-Recalls-Safety-Gates
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1. Recall Date: June 7, 2017
Recall Number: 17-172
Lithonia Lighting Recalls to Repair Ceiling Light Fixtures Due to Impact Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: LED light fixtures
Hazard: The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should remove the lens and contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free lens to repair the unit. Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the fixtures until the lenses are repaired. A video showing proper lens removal and repair is available at www.lithonia.com/LBL4Wvideo.
Consumer Contact: Lithonia Lighting toll-free at 888-876-4181 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lithonia.com and click on “LBL4W LED Recall” on the left side of the page for more information.
Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Lithonia-Lighting-Recalls-to-Repair-Ceiling-Light-Fixtures
Recall Details
Units: About 5,600
Description:
This recall involves Lithonia Lighting LBL4W model ceiling light fixtures which are used indoors in commercial applications such as offices, schools, closets, hallways and stairwells. The fixtures are painted white metal and measure about four feet long with a low profile, curved plastic diffuser lens (cover). The plastic diffuser lens measures 4 feet long by 15 inches wide. Only fixtures manufactured between February 2016 and March 2017 are included in this recall. Lithonia Lighting, the model number and the date of manufacture are printed on a label attached to the fixture’s housing. The date code is in the MM/DD/YY format on the fixture’s housing.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received six reports of loose or falling diffuser lenses. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Electrical distributors nationwide and online through the commercial desk at 1000Bulbs.com, Amazon.com, ATGStores.com, Build.com, HD.com, ShineRetrofits.com, and Wayfair.com from February 2016 through March 2017 for between $150 and $200.
Manufacturer(s):
Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.
Importer(s):
Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.
Manufactured In:
U.S. and Mexico
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2. Recall Date: June 7, 2017
Recall Number: 17-174
Nidec Motor Recalls Swimming Pool Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Swimming pool motors
Hazard: The pump control cover can be improperly grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swimming pool motors and contact Nidec Motor Corp. (NMC) to schedule a free repair by a qualified technician to install an external ground lead.
Consumer Contact: NMC toll-free at 877-282-0223 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday or online at www.nidec-motor.com and click on “RECALL” for more information.
Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Nidec-Motor-Recalls-Swimming-Pool-Motors
Recall Details
Units: About 16,000 (in addition, about 22 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves variable speed swimming pool motors with a programmable user interface on the top. “Emerson” or “EcoTech EZ” is printed on top of the control box and the model number is printed on the rating plate located on the side of the pump. The model numbers included in this recall are listed below.
| Model Numbers |
| M63PWBLE-0121 |
| M63PWBLM-0128 |
| M63PWBLR-0131 |
| M63PWBLS-0132 |
| M63PWBLV-0135 |
| M63PWBLW-0136 |
| M63XZBMA-0139 |
| M63PWBMB-0140 |
| M63PWBMC-0141 |
| M63PWBMD-0142 |
| M63PWBME-0143 |
| M63PWBMF-0144 |
| M63PWBMG-0145 |
| M63PWBSC-0229 |
Incidents/Injuries:
None reported
Sold at: Leslie’s Pool Supply and other retail stores, wholesale pool suppliers including Pool Builders Supply, Pool Corp., Pool & Electrical Products, and United Aqua Group from September 2010 through October 2016 for between $400 and $500.
Manufacturer(s):
Nidec Motor Corp., of St. Louis, Mo.
Manufactured In:
Mexico
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3. Recall Date: June 7, 2017
Recall Number: 17-173
Madison Mill Recalls Safety Gates Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Foldaway expandable safety gates
Hazard: A young child’s neck can fit into the “V” shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pass under the gate allowing access to restricted areas, such as stairs.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Madison Mill at 877-220-4705 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at tom.mckelvey@madisonmill.com or online at www.madison mill.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Madison-Mill-Recalls-Safety-Gates
Recall Details
Units: About 25,180 (In addition about 68,400 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates. Item number 23 extends to three feet and item number 25 extends to five feet. The expandable gates are made of hardwood and are used to secure children or small pets in certain areas of the home. The model and item number can be found on the original packaging.
| Model | Item number | Dimensions |
| Madison Mill 23 Foldaway Gate | 23 | Extends to 3 ft. (36 inches) |
| Madison Mill 25 Foldaway Gate | 25 | Extends to 5 ft. (60 inches) |
Incidents/Injuries:
None reported
Sold at: Do It Best stores and other independent hardware stores nationwide from January 2013 through May 2017 for between $20 and $35.
Manufacturer(s):
Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn.
Manufactured In:
United States
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