Catalina Lighting Recalls Halogen Clamp Lamps Due to Fire and Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively At Staples Stores
Recall 09124 · Feb 10, 2009 · Catalina Lighting
2,000
units affected
2,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09124
- Date
- Feb 10, 2009
- Company
- Catalina Lighting
- Units affected
- 2,000
- Product
- Halogen Clamp Lamps
- Product type
- Lamps
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The halogen clamp lamps, also known as architect's lamps, have a 150-watt halogen bulb, an articulating arm, and a clamp desk lamp that adjusts up, down and swivels. Only lamps with model number 13456-US and lot numbers C06081581V185, C06081582V185 and C06081584V185 are included in the recall.
What can happen
The UV glass lens on the lamp can crack, exposing the halogen bulb, posing a fire and burn hazard.
The fix
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled lamp and contact Catalina Lighting to receive a free replacement lens.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Catalina Lighting has received 65 reports of broken lenses. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Staples retail stores nationwide from July 2008 through October 2008 for about $50.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled halogen clamp lamps?
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled lamp and contact Catalina Lighting to receive a free replacement lens.
What is the hazard?
The UV glass lens on the lamp can crack, exposing the halogen bulb, posing a fire and 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.