CPSC recall · Reported August 11, 2004
CPSC, OTT-LITE Technology Announce Recall of "10,000 Lux Light Box" That Simulates Natural Sunlight
Overheating around the socket (where the bulb fits into the light box) can result in melted plastic and smoke, posing a possible fire and burn hazard.
Ott-lite Technology of Tampa, Florida recalled The recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" produces light to simulate natural sunlight. The unit….
CPSC, OTT-LITE Technology Announce Recall of "10,000 Lux Light Box" That Simulates Natura… was recalled by Ott-lite Technology of Tampa, Florida in August 11, 2004. Reason: Overheating around the socket (where the bulb fits into the light box) can result in melted plastic and smoke…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" immediately, unplug it, a…. Verify recall #04572 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ott-lite Technology of Tampa, Florida issued this CPSC recall-Overheating around the socket (where the bulb fits into the light box) can result in melted plastic and smoke….
- None
- agency class
- 226 units
- affected scope
- August 11, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04572 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
The recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" produces light to simulate natural sunlight. The units, which are white with a translucent hinged door, measure 24 inches high, 12 ½ inches wide, and 3 ¾ inches deep. Some of the recalled light boxes may have a small label on the top of the unit with the name "Nu-Yu Light." Only the "10,000 Lux Light Box" sold by Natural Options is recalled.
Reason for recall
Overheating around the socket (where the bulb fits into the light box) can result in melted plastic and smoke, posing a possible fire and burn hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" immediately, unplug it, and return the product to OTT-LITE Technology for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04572 |
| Date reported | August 11, 2004 |
| Date initiated | August 11, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Ott-lite Technology of Tampa, Florida |
| Affected scope | 226 |
| 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 stop using the recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" immediately, unplug it, and return the product to OTT-LITE Techno…
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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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