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CPSC, Great Gifts Inc. Announce Recall of Snowmen Holiday Lamps

Recalled May 19, 2004 · CPSC recall 04140 · Great Gifts

Recalled snowmen lamp, model 1628Recalled snowmen lamp, model 1536ARecalled snowmen lamp, model Turbo 1541
Hazard
These electric holiday lamps have undersized wiring, no strain relief on the electric cords, and the molded plastic enclosure is flammable. The lamps pose fire and electrocution hazards.
Remedy
Stop using these lamps and contact the firm to get information on returning them and receiving a refund.
Units
1,900
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

Description

There are three styles of snowmen lamps included in the recall. The Turbo 1541 model is a train with a snowman and light with "Joyful" written on the top. The model 1536A consists of three snowmen with a light in a campfire. Model 1628 is three snowmen with a choir book and light. Each holiday light has the model number listed on its base with the label "Made in China for Great Gifts McKeesport PA 15132."

What to do

Stop using these lamps and contact the firm to get information on returning them and receiving a refund.

Contact

Call Great Gifts Inc. toll-free at (800) 611-0651 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Product
Snowmen Holiday Lamps
Imported by
Great Gifts Inc., of McKeesport, Pa.
Retailers
Small gift stores nationwide, from October 2003 through December 2003, for about $10.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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