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Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Name of Product:
Motion Security Lights
Hazard:
Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.
Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
July 26, 2012
Units:
About 7,800
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact HeathCo toll-free at (855) 833-8657 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail hzproductnotice@heathcollc.com, or visit the company's website at www.heath-zenith.com/hzproductnotice

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-WH. It replaces a standard outdoor wall mounted light fixture and is designed to turn on when motion is detected at night. The product has two cone-shaped lightbulb receptacles attached to a round mounting plate. A small, rectangular motion sensor is attached to the mounting plate between the lightbulb receptacles. The unit is made of aluminum and plastic. It comes in white only. The brand name and model number are on a label located on the back of the motion sensor.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact HeathCo for a free replacement light fixture.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold Exclusively At:
Home Depot Stores from September 2011 through April 2012 for about $30.
Manufacturer(s):
HeathCo LLC, of Bowling Green, Ky.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
12-236

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