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Recalled Metalux Fluorescent Shop Light -
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Recalled Metalux Fluorescent Shop Light plug
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.
About 274,000
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 website at www.cooperlighting.com.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cooper Lighting Inc., a division of Cooper Industries, of Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 274,000 Metalux Fluorescent Shop Lights. 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.
Name of Product: Metalux Fluorescent Shop Lights
Units: About 274,000
Distributor: Cooper Lighting Inc., a division of Cooper Industries, of Houston, Texas
Hazard: 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.
Incidents/Injuries: Cooper Lighting has received six reports of consumers experiencing an electric shock. No serious injuries have occurred.
Description and Model: 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.
Sold at: Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2007 to October 2007 for between $8 and $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: 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.
Consumer 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 website at www.cooperlighting.com.
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.
Cooper Lighting has received six reports of consumers experiencing an electric shock. No serious injuries have occurred.
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