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Christmas Tree Shops Recall Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Name of Product:
Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps
Hazard:
Defective wiring in the lamps can cause an electrical short, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.
Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
June 21, 2011
Units:
About 35,000
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 anytime, or visit their website at www.christmastreeshops.com

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Safari and Aquarium themed lamps with UPC numbers 000015556905, 000015618955, 000015821591 and 000015821607 printed on the price label on the cardboard packaging. The decorative lamps are silver and feature rotating films with aquatic and safari scenes. While there are no brand markings directly on the product, "Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the lamp.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to Christmas Tree Shops store for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

Christmas Tree Shops has received three reports of sparking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At:
Christmas Tree Shops stores primarily in the New England, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2009 through May 2011 for between $7 and $8.
Importer(s):

Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
11-253

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