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Product recall · CPSCDecember 20, 2007Serious
Christmas Candle Sets
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The product can tip onto a child.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candles for a refund of the original purchase price.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact SMC at (888) 839-8757 or visit the company's Web site at www.smcorp.com/recall
The product
This recall involves the 2-piece Snowman and Christmas tree candle set. The snowman candle measures 6 and ¼ inches high and the Christmas tree candle measures 7 inches high.
Details
- Units affected
- About 13,000
- Recall date
- December 20, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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