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Of/off switches included in Cable Lights packages — recall 01127a

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2001-04-18

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
01127a
Date of alert
2001-04-18
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Light Tech, of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: "Cable lights", also known as rope lights, are lights inside a plastic cord used for decorative lighting. The on/off switches for the cable lights were included as an optional accessory for consumers to attach to the power cords. They consist of a rectangular white plastic box about 1 inch long. The box contains a wheel-type switch through the middle that rotates to turn the power on and off. The switches were included in 36-inch and 6-, 9-, 12-, 18-, and 24-foot lengths in power pack kits, which are designed for use with bulk cable lights. The cable lights are clear and have the words "Cable LightsTM" written on the plastic tubing. Hazards: If the cable lights are plugged in, even if the lights are not lit, the recalled switch on the power cord could allow the cable lights to remain energized. This poses a potential electric shock hazard to consumers.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Firms-Announce-Recall-of-OnOff-Switches-f

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