Cooper Lighting Recalls Fluorescent Shop Lights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Recall 08089 · Nov 21, 2007 · Cooper Lighting
274,000
units affected
274,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08089
- Date
- Nov 21, 2007
- Company
- Cooper Lighting
- Units affected
- 274,000
- Product
- Metalux Fluorescent Shop Lights
- Product type
- Lights & Accessories
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
This recall involves the Metalux fluorescent shop lights Model 9240. Only date codes between December 1, 2006 ("344 06") and September 14, 2007 ("257 07") are included in this recall. The date code format includes the day and the year. For example, "344 06" refers to the 344th day of year 2006, or December 1, 2006. The model number and date code can be found on the packaging and on labels adhered to the fixture housing.
What can happen
When the two prongs on the plug’s electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the light fixture immediately and uninstall it according to instructions posted at www.cooperlighting.com. The fixture should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Cooper Lighting has received six reports of consumers experiencing an electric shock. No serious injuries have occurred.
- Sold at
- Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2007 to October 2007 for between $8 and $10.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled metalux fluorescent shop lights?
Consumers should stop using the light fixture immediately and uninstall it according to instructions posted at www.cooperlighting.com. The fixture should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.
What is the hazard?
When the two prongs on the plug’s electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.
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.