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CPSC, APA Marketing Inc. Announce Recall of Home Entertainment Wall Units

Reported: March 17, 2004 Initiated: March 17, 2004 #04100

Product Description

The recalled Encore! Home Entertainment furniture is made of wood with a cherry finish and contains glass door fronts. Although the units were sold in several combinations, the entire entertainment center contains: two piers, a light bridge, a TV cart, and a pair of media storage cabinets. On the back panel of the piers, the name "APA MARKETING" is printed on a label. The black control box is located inside the left pier and mounted next to the tube light in the back.

Reason for Recall

The control box for the touch dimmer lighting mechanism can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug the light fixtures from the outlet immediately and contact APA Marketing or the store where the wall unit was purchased, for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
400
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-APA-Marketing-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Home-Entertainment-Wall-Units-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Encore! Home Entertainment furniture is made of wood with a cherry finish and contains glass door fronts. Although the units were sold in several combinations, the entire entertainment center contains: two piers, a light bridge, a TV cart, and a pair of media storage cabinets. On the back panel of the piers, the name "APA MARKETING" is printed on a label. The black control box is located inside the left pier and mounted next to the tube light in the back.. Units affected: 400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The control box for the touch dimmer lighting mechanism can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should unplug the light fixtures from the outlet immediately and contact APA Marketing or the store where the wall unit was purchased, for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 17, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04100.

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