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CPSC, Chicago Imports Announce Recall of Electric Pictures

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockNov 18, 2004
Recalled Electric Picture
Recalled Electric Picture
Recalled Electric Picture
Recalled Electric Picture
Recalled Electric Picture
Recalled Electric Picture

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

Hazard

These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumer should unplug the electric pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Imports for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled electric pictures are framed artwork that utilize electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes, including waterfalls, snow, beach scenes, city skylines, and religious figures. Some of the pictures contain battery operated clocks. The paintings come with wooden, glass mirror, or plastic frames. The pictures come in four different sizes: 99cm x 48cm; 65cm x 47cm; 35cm x 35cm; and 33cm x 19cm.

Sold on

Discount, dollar and general merchandise stores nationwide from October 2001 through April 2004 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size of the picture).

Contact the company

For information on returning the picture, consumers should call Chicago Imports at (800) 656-0000 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT 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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