CPSC2006-08-16
Tu-Wire® Dimming Ballasts Used With Compact Fluorescent Lights Recalled for Shock Hazard
Lutron Electronics Co. Inc., of Coopersburg, Pa.
Hazard
These ballasts, if not properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code, can present a risk of electric shock to persons who come in contact with the ballast or with a light fixture that incorporates the ballast, such as when a consumer changes a fluorescent lamp bulb.
Remedy
Consumers should not touch these fixtures, since they could pose a shock hazard. Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics to arrange for free replacement of the recalled ballasts.
Sold at
Light fixture manufacturers, electrical distributors and electrical contractors nationwide from July 1998 through May 2006 for about $120.
Affected count
About 28,000 units
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Puerto Rico
Products
Tu-Wire® ballasts used with dimmable compact fluorescent lights
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Lutron Electronics toll-free at (866) 793-4270 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lutron.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Tu-Wire-Dimming-Ballasts-Used-With-Compact-Fluorescent-Lights-Recalled-for-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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