CPSC2002-03-20

CPSC, Pascal Products Co. Announce Recall of Two-Paneled Fireplace Screens Sold At Wal-Mart

Pascal Products Company Ltd., of Jackson, Miss.
Hazard

The paint on the metal mesh can ignite when exposed to a direct flame, posing a serious fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the fireplace screens immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a refund.
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the fireplace screens, from September 2001 through December 2001, for about $30.
Affected count
About 600
Injuries reported
Pascal has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Products
Two-Paneled Fireplace Screen
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Pascal at (601) 362-6813 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Pascal-Products-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Two-Paneled-Fireplace-Screens-Sold-At-Wal-Mart

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