Two-Paneled Fireplace Screen
CPSC Recall #02-123 — March 19, 2002
Product
Two-Paneled Fireplace Screen
Description
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pascal Products Company Ltd., of Jackson, Miss., is voluntarily recalling about 600 two-paneled fireplace screens. The recalled screens are Wal-Mart Home Trends 2-Paneled Fireplace Screens with model number 500RR. The 500RR model screens have a light rust color and use standard Phillips-head hinge pins.Fireplace screens that have a dark brown color or have elongated dual-use-screw heads are not included in this recall.
Hazard
The paint on the metal mesh can ignite when exposed to a direct flame, posing a serious fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
Pascal has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the fireplace screens immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a refund.
Units Affected
600
Sold At
Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the fireplace screens from September 2001 through December 2001 for about $30.