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Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Thomas Lighting Due to Fire and Shock Hazards is CPSC recall #12197, announced on June 19, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the fixture and contact thomas lighting to arrange for a free in-home repair of the fixtures by a qualified electrician.. Affected brand: Thomas Lighting.
This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label.
Affected products
Thomas Lighting ceiling flush mount light fixtures
Recalled brands
Thomas Lighting
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the fixture and contact Thomas Lighting to arrange for a free in-home repair of the fixtures by a qualified electrician.
Recall date
June 19, 2012
CPSC recall #12197 covers Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Thomas Lighting Due to Fire and Shock Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on June 19, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label.
The CPSC remedy for recall #12197 is consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the fixture and contact thomas lighting to arrange for a free in-home repair of the fixtures by a qualified electrician.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.
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The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Ceiling-Mounted-Light-Fixtures-Recalled-by-Thomas-Lighting-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.
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