Rope Candle
CPSC Recall #05-559 — March 30, 2005
Product
Rope Candle
Description
The rope candle is a 20-foot coiled beeswax candle that feeds up to a scissors like clamp. The candle is lit above the clamp. The candle has an antique copper finish. It was sold under the name "Self-extinguishing Rope Candle."
Hazard
The candle has a clamp that is used to extinguish the candle. The clamp does not always sever the wax close to the wick and extinguish the candle as intended. This can allow the flame to continue down into the coiled section of the candle and ignite the entire candle.
Incidents / Injuries
TechnoBrands Inc. has received two reports of the candle continuing to burn past the point where it is supposed to extinguish. TechnoBrands, Inc. has received no reports of property damage or injury.
Remedy
Consumers should contact TechnoBrands Inc. to get information on receiving a full refund.
Units Affected
About 2,000
Sold At
TechnoBrands Inc. doing business as FirstSTREET on their Web site and through their catalog from November 2004 through February 2005 for $49.95.
Manufacturer
Zhongshan Zhongnam Candle Manufacturer Co., Ltd. of China
Manufactured In
China