CPSC, The Designers Edge Announce Recall of Fluorescent Worklights
PRODUCT: Worklights - The Designers Edge, of Bellevue, Wash., is
voluntarily recalling about 180 fluorescent worklights with model number
L-2001. The model number is located on the crossbar below the floodlight
heads on a white sticker. It is a twin head, green telescoping
worklight. All units with manufacturing dates from May 2000 and before
are included in this recall. The manufacturing date is located on the
same sticker as the model number. Home Depot stores nationwide and
Northern Tool magazine sold these worklights from April 2000 through May
2000 for about $150.
PROBLEM: The worklight's power cord has loose connections, which could
result in live wires being exposed. It poses electrocution and shock
hazards to consumers. Also, the firm mislabeled the worklight. The
product improperly bears the UL mark and is marked "suitable for wet
locations."
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.
WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately stop using these worklights,
and return them to the store where purchased for a free replacement. If
light was purchased by mail order, contact the firm on how to receive
your free replacement. For more information, call (800) 524-6808
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their web
site at www.designersedge.com. Known purchasers were notified about
this recall.
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