CPSC2006-09-20
Advantus Corp. Recalls Desk Lamps Due to Burn Hazard
Advantus Corp., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Hazard
The plastic near the bulb of these lamps can overheat and melt. This poses a burn hazard to consumers who could touch the hot plastic.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased for a full refund.
Sold at
Sold by commercial office products dealers nationwide during May 2006 for about $145.
Affected count
About 1,000
Injuries reported
Advantus Corp. has received two reports of lamps overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Ledu-Brand Desk Lamps
Consumer contact
Call Advantus Corp. at (800) 771-0529 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.advantus.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Advantus-Corp-Recalls-Desk-Lamps-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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