CPSC2013-01-17
Floor Lamps Recalled by Dolan Northwest Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
Dolan Northwest LLC, of Portland, Ore. dba Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, Builders Lighting and Destination Lighting
Hazard
The on/off foot switch on the lamps can fail and melt, resulting in shock and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled lamp and return it to the store for a repair. The store will replace the on/off foot switch with a new plug and dimmer. Consumers who purchased the lamps online should contact Dolan NW for a replacement lamp.
Sold at
Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, Builders Lighting showrooms in the Pacific Northwest and online at DestinationLighting.com from November 2010 through September 2012 for about $190.
Affected count
About 1,100
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of melting switches, resulting in one report of property damage to the surrounding floor.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Burien Floor Lamps
Consumer contact
Dolan NW LLC; toll-free at (888) 213-5758, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday to Friday, by email at floorlamprecall@destinationlighting.com or online at seattlelighting.com, globelighting.com, builderslighting.com or destinationlighting.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Floor-Lamps-Recalled-by-Dolan-Northwest-Due-to-Shock-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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