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Nielsen-Kellerman Recalls Microphones

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Nielsen-Kellerman Recalls Microphones Due to Electric Shock, Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Microphone

The metal boom of the microphone can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector and shock or burn the user.

Units: About 7,500

Manufacturer: Nielsen-Kellerman Co., of Boothwyn, Penn.

Hazard: The metal boom of the microphone can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector and shock or burn the user.

Incidents/Injuries: Nielsen-Kellerman has received reports of three incidents in which the users reported second-degree burns where the metal boom contacted their face.

Description: This recall includes NK R2 microphones manufactured before September 1, 2012. The recalled product is a microphone designed to be used by the navigator (coxswain) of rowed racing boats to direct the rowers. It is made of a rubber U-shaped base attached to a blue headband. A black metal microphone boom is attached to one end of the U and a cable with a flat, rubber-covered connector is attached to the other end. The microphones are used with the Cox Box and Cox Box Mini voice amplifiers. The NK logo appears on the headband. Recalled microphones have metal booms that are not covered by rubber and do not have a yellow warning tag on the cable.

Sold at: Nielsen-Kellerman Co. online and authorized NK dealers worldwide for about $99.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the R2 Microphones and return them to NK for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: Nielsen-Kellerman, at (800) 784-4221, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday in the U.S. or (Country Code)-1-610-447-1555, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday outside the U.S.; or www.NKhome.com and click on Support, then choose Product Repairs or Product Registration for more information.

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13035.html

Clip-on Desk Lamps Sold At Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Shock Hazard

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Clip-on Desk Lamps Sold At Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Shock Hazard; Made by He Shan Lide

The power cord for the lamp can detach where it meets the clamp, exposing energized wires, posing an electric shock risk to consumers.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: LED Clip-On Desk Lamps

Units: About 33,000

Importer: L G Sourcing, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.

Manufacturer: He Shan Lide of China

Hazard: The power cord for the lamp can detach where it meets the clamp, exposing energized wires, posing an electric shock risk to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received five reports of cords detaching, including one reported electric shock and one report of a child receiving burns to her hand and leg.

Description: This recall conducted by He Shan Lide involves pink and blue plastic LED desk lamps with a flexible metal neck approximately 12″ long and a clamp at the base. The power cord has a silver label attached to it. On one side of the label “MET,” “Electrical Safety”, “E113152″ and “Apr. 2011″ are printed. The other side of the label includes the model number F3044-AC-01 (pink lamps) or F3044-AC-02 (blue lamps). The plug on the power cord is labeled “KENIC KE 01P E155176.”

Sold exclusively at: Lowe’s stores nationwide from May 2011 to December 2011 for about $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the lamp, unplug the power cord, cut the power cord off 2″ to 3″ above the plug, discard the lamp and send the plug to He Shan Lide, 4570 Eucalyptus Ave, Suite C, Chino, CA 91710 along with their name and address to receive a full refund, including the cost of postage for returning the plug.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact He Shan Lide toll-free at (800) 584-1664 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the website at www.diogenlighting.com (pdf)

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12184.html

Legrand Wiremold Recalls Power Strips

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Legrand Wiremold Recalls Power Strips Due to Electric Shock Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Legrand Under Cabinet Power and Lighting four outlet power strip

Units: About 14,200

Importer: Legrand Wiremold, West Hartford, Conn.

Hazard: The electrical wires are reversed on the receptacles on the power strips, posing a risk of electrical shock.

Incidents/Injuries: One incident was reported. No injuries were reported.

The electrical wires are reversed on the receptacles on the power strips, posing a risk of electrical shock.

Description: This recall involves four-outlet under-cabinet power and lighting strips model number PX1001. The power strips come in a red package with “Wiremold-Series Part PX1001″ printed on the front. The manufactured dates of the recalled products are presented as product date codes January 2011 through June 2012, and are found imprinted on a circle on the bottom with an arrow pointing to the number of the month and the year “11″ or “12″ in the center. The model number PX1001, and UPC number 0 86698 00125 3, are imprinted on the bottom of the packaging. Power strips that have a star symbol printed in black ink on the packaging and on the back cover of the power strip are not included in this recall.

Sold at: Ace Hardware, Do it Best, Home Depot USA, Sutherland, True Value Hardware and online at Amazon.com between February 2011 and August 2012 for about $40.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the power strips and return them to Legrand Wiremold for a replacement or refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Legrand Wiremold at (800) 617-1768 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.legrand.us

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12274.html

Air Movers Recalled by EDIC

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Air Movers Recalled by EDIC Due to Fire Hazard

Air movers/blowers

The air mover/blower’s internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Air movers/blowers

Units: About 53,000

Manufacturer: EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Hazard: The air mover/blower’s internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: EDIC is aware of four incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. “Aqua Dri” is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model “3004AD” or model “3004ADxxx” (with additional letters) is printed on the serial number plate on the back of the units. Model numbers with “N” are not included in this recall. The air movers’ plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.

Sold to: Flood remediation contractors and other service professionals nationwide from January 2003 through September 2011 for between $160 and $285.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact EDIC for a free repair kit to be installed by users.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 289-8720 between 8:30 a.m. through 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by fax at (323) 667-0144, by email at recall@edic-usa.com or visit the firm’s website at www.EDIC-USA.com

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12199.html

Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters

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Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazard

Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater

The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater

Units: About 70,500

Importer: Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio

Hazard: The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.

Description: This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name “Climate Keeper” and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.
Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
Sold exclusively at: Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.biglots.com

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12200.html

IKEA Recalls Track Lighting System

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IKEA Recalls Track Lighting System Due to Electric Shock Hazard

The ground connection in the track is defective, posing an electric shock hazard.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: IKEA 365 + SÄNDA track, 28″ and 45″

Units: About 5,000 in the United States (and about 97,000 worldwide)

Importer: IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.

Hazard: The ground connection in the track is defective, posing an electric shock hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: None

Description: This recall involves white, straight track systems used to hold and power light fixtures. The recalled tracks are model numbers 00149242 and 10149246, supplier number 21338 and date stamp 1134 through 1213. The brand name IKEA, 365+ SÄNDA, supplier number and date stamp are printed on a white label attached to the side of the track. The recalled tracks are 28″ and 45″ long.

Sold exclusively at: IKEA stores nationwide from September 2011 through March 2012 from $15 to $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the track and return it to any IKEA store for a replacement unit or a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm’s website at www.ikea-usa.com

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12210.html

Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo

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

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of product: Motion Security Lights

Motion Security Lights

Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.

Units: About 7,800

Manufacturer: HeathCo LLC, of Bowling Green, Ky.

Hazard: Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

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.

Sold Exclusively at: Home Depot Stores from September 2011 through April 2012 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

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.

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

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12236.html

Family Dollar Stores Recalls Decorative Light Sets

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Family Dollar Stores Recalls Decorative Light Sets Due To Fire and Electrical Shock Hazard

200 Mini Lights

The light sets do not meet the UL standard for this product and pose a fire and shock risk.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: 200 Mini Lights

Units: About 280,000

Importer: Family Dollar Services, Inc., of Matthews, N.C.

Hazard: The light sets do not meet the UL standard for this product and pose a fire and shock risk.

Incidents/Injuries: There were three reports of overheating. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Description: The recalled decorative light sets have “200 Mini Lights” and “Multi Lights, Green Wire” printed on the red box. The product is identified by SKU # 2211428 and UPC # 049696720465 found on the back of the package. The product contains labels attached to a tag on the power cord with UL Listing # E346525 and Model # F0L200A4S.

Sold exclusively at: Family Dollar stores from September 2011 through December 2011 for $8.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumer should immediately stop using the light sets and return the product to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Family Dollar Stores at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.familydollar.com in the Help section.

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12222.html

Motion Sensing Wall Switches Recalled by HeathCo

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Motion Sensing Wall Switches Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Heath®/Zenith and WirelessCommand® motion sensing wall switches

When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through the electric circuit, including the socket. If consumers fail to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker and make contact with both terminals inside the socket while replacing the bulbs, there is a risk of an electric shock.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Heath(r)/Zenith and WirelessCommand(r) motion sensing wall switches

Units: About 75,000

Manufacturer: HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky.

Hazard: When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through the electric circuit, including the socket. If consumers fail to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker and make contact with both terminals inside the socket while replacing the bulbs, there is a risk of an electric shock.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Description: This recall involves Heath(r)/Zenith and WirelessCommand(r) motion sensing wall switches with model numbers listed below. The product replaces a standard household wall switch and is designed to turn off the attached lighting load when motion is no longer detected in the room. The products come in white or ivory. The brand name and model number can be found on a label located on the side of the switch.

BRAND | MODEL
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6106-IV
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6106-IV-A
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6106-WH
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6106-WH-A
Wireless Command(r) | WC-6106-IV
Wireless Command(r) | WC-6106-WH
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6108-IV
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6108-IV-A
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6108-WH
Heath(r)-Zenith | SL-6108-WH-A
Wireless Command(r) | WC-6108-IV
Wireless Command(r) | WC-6108-WH

Sold at: Mass merchants, electrical distributors, hardware retailers and online retailers from August 2007 through August 2011 for between $20 and $25.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall switches and contact the company for a free wall switch replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact HeathCo toll-free at (855) 704-5438 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email hzproductnotice@heathcollc.com or visit the company’s website at www.heath-zenith.com/hzproductnotice

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12046.html