CPSCSeptember 20, 2006

Advantus Corp. Desk Lamps recall: Burn Hazard

Advantus Corp. Recalls Desk Lamps Due to Burn Hazard

Why was Advantus Corp. Desk Lamps recalled?

The plastic near the bulb of these lamps can overheat and melt. This poses a burn hazard to consumers who could touch the hot plastic.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased for a full refund. Contact: Call Advantus Corp. at (800) 771-0529 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.advantus.com

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
Ledu-Brand Desk Lamps
Company
Advantus Corp., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Quantity
About 1,000
Sold at
Sold by commercial office products dealers nationwide during May 2006 for about $145.
Recall date
September 20, 2006
Incidents / injuries
Advantus Corp. has received two reports of lamps overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

These are Ledu-brand desk lamps with model number L462BK . The model number is written on the packaging. This recall involves lamps containing a serial number on the bottom of the lamp between A462050400001 and A462050401002. They also have a metallic UL foil sticker with E149992 written on it.

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