Recalls / 2016-10-13
Roylco Recalls Educational Light Cubes Due to Fire Hazard
17012 · Recalled 2016-10-13 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the Roylco Educational Light Cubes with model number R59601. The model number is located on the user guide included with the light cube. The educational light cube is a white cube measuring 16 inches high by 16 inches wide by 16 inches deep. The cubes have a light source and a battery located in the base. The cube is primarily used for creative learning involving light in the early childhood classroom.
Hazards
The light cube's lithium polymer battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
The firm has received three reports of the light cube battery overheating and catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light cubes and contact Roylco for instructions on returning the light cubes for a free replacement of the light source, which contains the battery.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Educational light cubes | About 1,400 |
Parties
- Importer
- Roylco, Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Educational dealers, distributors nationwide, including Beyond Play, Charles J. Becker, Excelligence, Hatch, Kaplan
Consumer contact
Roylco at 800-362-8656 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.roylcostore.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 17012. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.