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CPSC, Skylighter Inc. Announce Recall of Musical Flower Birthday Candleholders

Reported: March 14, 2005 Initiated: March 14, 2005 #05554

Product Description

The candleholder is shaped like a lotus flower. It is plastic and consists of eight small candles that are ignited by a center flame. The small candles open up to resemble a flower blooming. There is a battery inside the center candle that allows it to play the music to "Happy Birthday".

Reason for Recall

The center of the candle has an unexpected high flame and the plastic petals could ignite, resulting in melting and dripping plastic. The ignited plastic could also spread to nearby combustibles and pose a fire hazard to consumers. The battery contained in the middle of candle could eventually explode.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Skylighter for a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The candleholder is shaped like a lotus flower. It is plastic and consists of eight small candles that are ignited by a center flame. The small candles open up to resemble a flower blooming. There is a battery inside the center candle that allows it to play the music to "Happy Birthday".. Recalled by Skylighter Inc., of Round Hill, Va.. Units affected: About 120 candleholders.
Why was this product recalled?
The center of the candle has an unexpected high flame and the plastic petals could ignite, resulting in melting and dripping plastic. The ignited plastic could also spread to nearby combustibles and pose a fire hazard to consumers. The battery contained in the middle of candle could eventually explode.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Skylighter for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 14, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05554.