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CPSC and Carlisle Co. Announce Recall of Snake Lights

Reported: October 31, 2002 Initiated: October 31, 2002 #03028

Product Description

The recalled lights were made in China and have the model number 8311, which can be found on the package. The blue, red, green, or multi-colored lights are about 17 inches in height and have a curved colored piece of glass (the bulb) that inserts into a black base. When the snake light is turned on it gives off the appearance of "lightning" running through the lamp and into the bulb. "Snake Light" is written on the bottom of the light.

Reason for Recall

The circuit board in the lamps can overheat and melt the plastic housing, posing a fire or thermal burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lights immediately, unplug them, and return them to any Chuck E. Cheese restaurant for a replacement prize of the same value.

Details

Units Affected
About 5,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-and-Carlisle-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Snake-Lights-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled lights were made in China and have the model number 8311, which can be found on the package. The blue, red, green, or multi-colored lights are about 17 inches in height and have a curved colored piece of glass (the bulb) that inserts into a black base. When the snake light is turned on it gives off the appearance of "lightning" running through the lamp and into the bulb. "Snake Light" is written on the bottom of the light.. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The circuit board in the lamps can overheat and melt the plastic housing, posing a fire or thermal burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these lights immediately, unplug them, and return them to any Chuck E. Cheese restaurant for a replacement prize of the same value.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 31, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03028.

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