Coca-Cola ElectroPlasma Lamps
CPSC Recall #06-114 — March 14, 2006
Product
Coca-Cola ElectroPlasma Lamps
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Emess Design Group LLC, of Ellwood City, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 21,300 Coca-Cola ElectroPlasma Lamps. There is a burn hazard caused by an electric arc between the metal bottle cap and a human contact point. An electric burn is possible if the distance between the metal cap and the contact point is sustained at about 1/8-inch away from the metal cap.Name of Product: Coca-Cola ElectroPlasma LampsUnits: About 21,300Manufacturer: Emess Design Group LLC, of Ellwood City, Pa.Hazard: There is a burn hazard caused by an electric arc between the metal bottle cap and a human contact point. An electric burn is possible if the distance between the metal cap and the contact point is sustained at about 1/8-inch away from the metal cap.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received reports of two incidents involving an electrical arc to the finger, including one report of a minor burn.Description: These lamps are in the shape of a Coca-Cola bottle. They are about 13.5 inches high. The inside of ElectroPlasma lamps simulate lightning bolts. A label on the bottom of the black base of the lamp reads, "Model No: 23-103," and "Lipan Industrial Co., Ltd."Sold at: Rite Aid stores nationwide during January 2006 for about $40.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled lamp immediately and return the item to a Rite Aid retailer for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Emess Design Group's Customer Service Center at (800) 678-2579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Emess Design Group, LLC at 1 Early Street, Ellwood City, PA 16117, Attention Customer Service Department. Additional information can be found on the Emess Design Group Web site at www.emessdesign.com.
Hazard
There is a burn hazard caused by an electric arc between the metal bottle cap and a human contact point. An electric burn is possible if the distance between the metal cap and the contact point is sustained at about 1/8-inch away from the metal cap.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received reports of two incidents involving an electrical arc to the finger, including one report of a minor burn.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled lamp immediately and return the item to a Rite Aid retailer for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 21,300
Sold At
Rite Aid stores nationwide during January 2006 for about $40.
Manufacturer
Emess Design Group LLC, of Ellwood City, Pa.
Manufactured In
China