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Product recall · CPSCNovember 21, 2007Serious
Cooper Lighting Fluorescent Shop Lights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
When the two prongs on the plug’s electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency says to stop using it immediately.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the light fixture immediately and uninstall it according to instructions posted at www.cooperlighting.com. The fixture should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Cooper Lighting at (800) 440-1676 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cooperlighting.com
The product
This recall involves the Metalux fluorescent shop lights Model 9240. Only date codes between December 1, 2006 ("344 06") and September 14, 2007 ("257 07") are included in this recall. The date code format includes the day and the year. For example, "344 06" refers to the 344th day of year 2006, or December 1, 2006. The model number and date code can be found on the packaging and on labels adhered to the fixture housing.
Details
- Units affected
- About 274,000
- Recall date
- November 21, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Cooper Lighting Inc., a division of Cooper Industries, of Houston, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Cooper Lighting has received six reports of consumers experiencing an electric shock. No serious injuries have occurred.
9240
Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2007 to October 2007 for between $8 and $10.
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: “Cooper Lighting Recalls Fluorescent Shop Lights Due to Electrical Shock 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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