00-015, dated November 9, 1999.
United States · CPSC · Habitats
SHOlights aquarium lights
CPSC, Perfecto Manufacturing Inc. Announce Recall of Aquarium Lights
Reference 00-015November 9, 1999Laceration
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Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Perfecto Manufacturing Inc., of Noblesville, Ind., is voluntarily recalling about 23,400 SHOlights aquarium lights. Sharp edges on these lights could cut the insulation on the wiring. If the wires become exposed, consumers could suffer shocks or electrocution. There is also a risk of fire. In addition, some of these lights could overheat and cause the same problems. CPSC and Perfecto are not aware of any incidents involving these aquarium lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. The plastic body of the SHOlights are black or oak-colored, and are 24, 30, 36 or 48 inches in length. All 36-inch SHOlights that hold two bulbs, and all SHOlights lights manufactured in July 1999 or earlier are part of this recall. The manufacturing date is located on a white label on the metal reflector. The label shows a picture of an anchor, and reads "cleaned by" or "built by" followed by the date. If there is no label or the label can't be read, it should be considered part of the recall. Pet stores nationwide sold these lights from August 1998 through July 1999 for a sugges
- Company
- Perfecto Manufacturing Inc., of Noblesville, Ind.
- Manufactured in
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- Units stated
- About 23,400
- Sold at
- Pet stores nationwide sold these lights from August 1998 through July 1999 for a suggested retail price of between $125 to $175.
Published safety action
Laceration
Hazard
Sharp edges on these lights could cut the insulation on the wiring. If the wires become exposed, consumers could suffer shocks or electrocution. There is also a risk of fire. In addition, some of these lights could overheat and cause the same problems.
Consumer action
Consumers should stop using these aquarium lights, unplug them, and return them to Perfecto for a free replacement.
Incidents stated in the source
CPSC and Perfecto are not aware of any incidents involving these aquarium lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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