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Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard

  • Recalled lighting fixture
Name of Product:
Outdoor Lighting Fixtures
Hazard:

Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
March 03, 2010
Units:

About 900

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact American Electric Lighting at (800) 754-0463 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.americanelectriclighting.com.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves model AVL outdoor lighting fixtures sold under the American Electric Lighting brand name. The light fixtures are intended for use in parking lots, roadways, commercial environments and office communities. "AVL" is printed on the reflector of each light fixture.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately disconnect power to the fixtures and contact American Electric Lighting to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Electrical distributors and electrical sales representatives nationwide from September 2008 through September 2009 for between $250 and $800.
Manufacturer(s):
American Electric Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.
Distributor(s):
American Electric Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.
Manufactured In:
Mexico
Recall number:
10-154

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