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Product recall · CPSCJuly 29, 2014Serious
Philips Lighting Lightolier Glass Lenses
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
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 immediately remove the recalled glass lens and contact Philips Lighting for a free replacement unit.
Who to contact: Philips Lighting North America Corporation at (800) 475-9840 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at glassaccessory@philips.com, or online at www.philips.com/recall and click on the drop down "United States/English" for a photographic list of all compatible light fixtures.
The product
This recall involves Philips "Lightolier" brand AF4SY decorative glass lenses used on various types of light fixtures. The clear glass lens, used to "soften" light with an additional lens layer, is 4 ¾ inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick. The lenses were manufactured between January 2007 and December 2013. There are no markings on the product. The product number is on the packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,500
- Recall date
- July 29, 2014
- Brand
- Gray Glass Company, of Queens Village, NY
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Philips has received one report of the glass lens breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Electrical wholesale distributors nationwide from February 2007 through December 2013 for between $25 and $50.
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: “Philips Lighting Recalls Lightolier Glass Lenses Due to Laceration 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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