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Recalls / 2008-05-29

Electric Candle Warmers Recalled by Provo Craft & Novelty Due to Fire Hazard

08289 · Recalled 2008-05-29 · CPSC page

Recalled Candle Warmer
Recalled Candle Warmer

Description

This recall involves the Candlsense warmers with product codes ranging from YD0629 through YD0652 and YD0701 through YD0708. The candle warmers measure about 4 ¾ inches in diameter. The heating plate is black and the surrounding area is white plastic. "Provo Craft & Novelty Candle Warmer Air Freshener Model: WCY-8888" and the product code are embossed on the underside of the warmer.

Hazards

The internal heating element of the candle warmer can detach and melt the bottom of its plastic casing, which can in turn ignite or scorch the surface on which the candle warmer is placed, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Provo Craft has received 11 reports of incidents in which the heating elements detached, including two fires and nine incidents of property scorching. One consumer reported a blistered finger.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Provo Craft to receive a voucher worth 120 percent of the purchase price of the candle warmer. The voucher can be redeemed at www.creativexpress.com

Products

NameModelUnits
Candlsense WarmersAbout 730,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Provo Craft & Novelty Inc.
Made in
China
Sold at
Wal-Mart, other retailers nationwide, $10.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Provo Craft at (888) 306-0132 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.provocraft.com

Source: CPSC recall 08289. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.