CPSC recall · Reported April 18, 2001
CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of On/Off Switches for Rope and Cable Lights
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 …
Light Tech, of Grand Rapids, Mich. recalled "Cable lights", also known as rope lights, are lights inside a plastic cord used for deco….
CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of On/Off Switches for Rope and Cable Lights was recalled by Light Tech, of Grand Rapids, Mich. in April 18, 2001. Reason: If the cable lights are plugged in, even if the lights are not lit, the recalled switch on the power cord cou…. Remedy: Consumers should not install the power switch supplied with the cable lights. If the swit…. Verify recall #01127a with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Light Tech, of Grand Rapids, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-If the cable lights are plugged in, even if the lights are not lit, the recalled switch on the power cord cou….
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- April 18, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01127a with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product 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.
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01127a |
| Date reported | April 18, 2001 |
| Date initiated | April 18, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Light Tech, of Grand Rapids, Mich. |
| Affected scope | About 350,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should not install the power switch supplied with the cable lights. If the switch is already installed, stop using the …
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- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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