CPSC2001-03-13
CPSC, The Designers Edge Announce Recall of Fluorescent Worklights
The Designers Edge, of Bellevue, Wash.
Hazard
The worklight's power cord has loose connections, which could result in live wires being exposed. It poses electrocution and shock hazards to consumers. Also, the firm mislabeled the worklight. The product improperly bears the UL mark and is marked "suitable for wet locations."
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these worklights, and return them to the store where purchased for a free replacement. If light was purchased by mail order, contact the firm on how to receive your free replacement. Known purchasers were notified about this recall.
Sold at
Home Depot stores nationwide and Northern Tool magazine sold these worklights, from April 2000 through May 2000, for about $150.
Affected count
About 180
Injuries reported
None reported.
Products
Fluorescent worklights, model number L-2001
Consumer contact
For more information, call (800) 524-6808 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their website at www.designersedge.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-The-Designers-Edge-Announce-Recall-of-Fluorescent-WorklightsDon't want to check this manually?
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