CPSC2005-10-19
CPSC, Far East Brokers and Consultants, Inc. Announce Safety Warning for Jack 'O Lantern Bucket Candle Holders
Far East Brokers and Consultants, Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Hazard
The Halloween decoration is intended for use with a single tea light candle. If all eight candles included with the unit are lit at the same time, it can generate too much heat and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers with these decorations are urged to use only a single candle at a time. Also, ensure the wick of the tea light is trimmed according to the instructions on the bottom of the bucket and follow the other burning instructions.
Sold at
Grocery and discount stores nationwide, beginning in July 2005 for between $2 and $3.
Affected count
About 48,500
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of fires when consumers lit the eight candles in the bottom of the bucket decoration. The reports include damage to carpets and a table, other minor property damage and one second degree burn.
Products
Jack 'O Lantern Bucket Candle Holders
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Far East Brokers and Consultants, Inc. toll-free at (877) 332-9006 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Far-East-Brokers-and-Consultants-Inc-Announce-Safety-Warning-for-Jack-O-Lantern-Bucket-Candle-HoldersDon't want to check this manually?
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