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Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Nite Lite Recall

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-03-08 · 06109

Hazards

An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in a fire.

Recall

Number
06109
Date
2006-03-08
Injuries reported
1

Products

Names
"Forever-Glo Nite Lites™"

Companies

Manufacturer(s)
American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.
Retailer(s)
Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from May 2004 through December 2005 for about $3.
Country of manufacture
China

Description

The recalled "Forever-Glo Nite Lites™" look like small picture frames that plug into the wall. Only model numbers 75001 or 75002 with a manufacture date of April 2004 or later are included in this recall. Model 75001 is white or bronze-colored and has molded scroll-work around the front of the nite lite. "Model 75001" is printed on the back of the nite lite. Model 75002 is silver-colored and has a punched tin frame. "Model C8A5" is printed on the back. Both nite lite models measure about 3 inches by 3 inches and are about ¼ inch thick. "AmerTac™" and a circle with the month and year of manufacture are indicated on the back of the nite lites.

Source

Authoritative
CPSC recall page
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