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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 31, 2007Serious
Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc. Electric Oil Lamps Due To Shock and Fire Hazards
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The power cord is not polarized and is undersized. The power cord is not correctly secured and there is no strain relief on the switch housing. Additionally, the switch housing is not flame-retardant. As a result of these issues, the lamps pose shock and fire hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Who to contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
The product
This recall involves all electric oil lamps sold by Hong Teng Trading. The packaging states, "LJY" and "Made in China". The white switch on the cord has writing on the back that reads, "TIAO GUANG" and HENG CHANG." They were sold in four styles and various colors.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,900
- Recall date
- January 31, 2007
- Brand
- Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Dollar stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $1.
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: “Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc. Recalls Electric Oil Lamps Due To Shock and Fire Hazards”
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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