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Rope Lights Recalled by CO2UCH

Reported: January 23, 2001 Initiated: January 23, 2001 #01071b

Product Description

Rope lights are lights inside a plastic cord used for decorative lighting. The lights are 9 feet long with a white electrical cord. The controller box has the following identifying information imprinted on one side: "CHENG TUNG, MODEL CT-028" The other side of the controller is shaped to look like a bear or dog wearing a bow tie. The animal's feet are the control buttons. The lights were sold in a blue box, labeled in part, "ROPE LIGHTS, 9 FT. OF TWINKLE FUN, CO2UCH, MADE IN CHINA"

Reason for Recall

The rope light controller, which allows consumers to choose the type of light motion, such as flash or chase, can short circuit. This poses shock, fire, and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Details

Units Affected
About 27,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Rope lights are lights inside a plastic cord used for decorative lighting. The lights are 9 feet long with a white electrical cord. The controller box has the following identifying information imprinted on one side: "CHENG TUNG, MODEL CT-028" The other side of the controller is shaped to look like a bear or dog wearing a bow tie. The animal's feet are the control buttons. The lights were sold in a blue box, labeled in part, "ROPE LIGHTS, 9 FT. OF TWINKLE FUN, CO2UCH, MADE IN CHINA". Units affected: About 27,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The rope light controller, which allows consumers to choose the type of light motion, such as flash or chase, can short circuit. This poses shock, fire, and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 23, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01071b.