CPSCNovember 10, 1999

CPSC, Perfecto Manufacturing Inc. Announce Recall of

CPSC, Perfecto Manufacturing Inc. Announce Recall of Aquarium Lights

Why was CPSC, Perfecto Manufacturing Inc. Announce Recall of recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these aquarium lights, unplug them, and return them to Perfecto for a free replacement. Contact: For more information, consumers should call Perfecto at (800) 241-7485 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
SHOlights aquarium lights
Company
Perfecto Manufacturing Inc., of Noblesville, Ind.
Quantity
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 and $175.
Recall date
November 10, 1999
Incidents / injuries
CPSC and Perfecto are not aware of any incidents involving these aquarium lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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