Recalls / 2004-08-11
CPSC, OTT-LITE Technology Announce Recall of "10,000 Lux Light Box" That Simulates Natural Sunlight
04572 · Recalled 2004-08-11 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" produces light to simulate natural sunlight. The units, which are white with a translucent hinged door, measure 24 inches high, 12 ½ inches wide, and 3 ¾ inches deep. Some of the recalled light boxes may have a small label on the top of the unit with the name "Nu-Yu Light." Only the "10,000 Lux Light Box" sold by Natural Options is recalled.
Hazards
Overheating around the socket (where the bulb fits into the light box) can result in melted plastic and smoke, posing a possible fire and burn hazard.
Reported injuries
Five customers reported light boxes producing smoke and returned their light boxes with burn marks and melted plastic in the socket area. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" immediately, unplug it, and return the product to OTT-LITE Technology for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "10,000 Lux Light Box" | 226 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- OTT-LITE Technology
- Distributor
- Natural Options Inc. of Nashotah, Wis.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Natural Options' Web site, mail order catalog sold the light boxes, from November 2002 through June 2004, for about $400.
Consumer contact
Call OTT-LITE Technology toll-free at (866) 421-5181 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (ET), Monday through Friday or visit the OTT-LITE website at www.ott-lite.com to arrange for return of the product and a full refund.
Source: CPSC recall 04572. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.