Advantus Recalls Fluorescent Computer Task Lamps Due to Burn Hazard
Recall 20175 · Sep 2, 2020 · Advantus
384
units affected
384
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20175
- Date
- Sep 2, 2020
- Company
- Advantus
- Units affected
- 384
- Product
- LEDU Black Fluorescent Computer Task Lamps Model L283MB
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the LEDU Black Matte Fluorescent Computer Task Lamps Model L283MB. The lamp case housing measures approximately 3.5 inches in height and 1.5 inches in width and 1.875 inches in depth. The model number is printed on the packaging. UL E157718 CSA LL101497 Type SPT-2 is printed on the black coating of the electrical cord. The UPC code 072743000487 can be found on the package.
What can happen
The tape used to contain wire components within the lamps case housing can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamp and contact Advantus to arrange for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Advantus has received one report of smoke emerging from the lampscase housing. No injuries reported.
- Sold at
- Staples and Essendant sold the recalled lamps through catalogs, independent office product dealers and internet resellers. They were also sold online at Walmart.com and Lowes.com from February 2020 through July 2020 for about $136.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ledu black fluorescent computer task lamps model l283mb?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamp and contact Advantus to arrange for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The tape used to contain wire components within the lamps case housing can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.