Recalls / 2001-04-18

CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of On/Off Switches for Rope and Cable Lights

01127a · Recalled 2001-04-18 · CPSC page

Description

"Cable lights", also known as rope lights, are lights inside a plastic cord used for decorative lighting. The on/off switches for the cable lights were included as an optional accessory for consumers to attach to the power cords. They consist of a rectangular white plastic box about 1 inch long. The box contains a wheel-type switch through the middle that rotates to turn the power on and off. The switches were included in 36-inch and 6-, 9-, 12-, 18-, and 24-foot lengths in power pack kits, which are designed for use with bulk cable lights. The cable lights are clear and have the words "Cable LightsTM" written on the plastic tubing.

Hazards

If the cable lights are plugged in, even if the lights are not lit, the recalled switch on the power cord could allow the cable lights to remain energized. This poses a potential electric shock hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should not install the power switch supplied with the cable lights. If the switch is already installed, stop using the lights immediately and unplug them. Consumers that have cable lights with on/off switches installed should call Light Tech to receive a free replacement power cord.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Of/off switches included in Cable Lights packages		About 350,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Light Tech
Sold at: Home center stores, including Home Depot, Lowe's, other lighting showrooms, sold these cable light, power cord kits nationwide, from September 1997 through October 2000, for about $12 to $65 for the Cable Lights, $7 to $9 for the power cord kits.

Consumer contact

Consumers may call Light Tech toll-free at (800) 485-3080 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 01127a. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.