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

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockMay 19, 2004
Recalled snowmen lamp, model 1628
Recalled snowmen lamp, model 1628
Recalled snowmen lamp, model 1536A
Recalled snowmen lamp, model 1536A
Recalled snowmen lamp, model Turbo 1541
Recalled snowmen lamp, model Turbo 1541

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product 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."

Sold on

Small gift stores nationwide, from October 2003 through December 2003, for about $10.

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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