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Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Recalled August 5, 2008 · CPSC recall 08353 · Halogen

Front of the Halogen Work LampBack of the Halogen Work LampRecalled Halogen Work Lamp box
Hazard
The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, posing a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact Harbor Freight Tools for a full refund.
Units
About 58,000
Incidents / injuries
There have been three reports of incidents in which the recalled halogen work lights overheated and melted. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact Harbor Freight Tools for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.harborfreight.com, or email the firm at [email protected]

Product
Chicago Electric Halogen Work Lights
Distributed by
Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif.
Retailers
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, Harbor Freight Tools' catalogs, and at www.harborfreight.com from February 2006 through March 2008 for about $10.
Made in
China

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

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