The Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau has been notified of two very important product recalls that may pose a fire safety hazard to consumers.
Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief – Fire Prevention, would like everyone to take a few moments to check homes for the smoke alarm and night light listed below. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of these products as follows:
Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
According to the recall notice, an electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000.
The alarms can be identified by two buttons, “HUSH” and “PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY,” which are located on the front/center of the alarm.
The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm.
Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
This product was sold at retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40.
Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kidde toll-free at (877) 524‑2086 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kidde.com.
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09266.html
Energizer Light On Demand Wallplate Nightlights
According to the recall notice, the nightlight can overheat, especially if additional devices are plugged into its outlets, posing a fire hazard.
The recalled wall light is white, plugs into the wall, has a plug in base into which additional devices can be plugged, and has a removable/rechargeable light/flashlight.
Model LODNLWP is stamped on the back of the unit.
The wall light measures about 6 inches high, 5 inches wide, and 3 inches deep. No other Light on Demand products are included in this recall.
This product was sold at: mass-merchandisers, office supply stores, and various other retailers nationwide and on the Web from August 2008 through July 2009 for about $26.
Consumers should immediately stop using this recalled nightlight, unplug it, and contact Energizer for information on returning the light to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Energizer at (800) 782‑2013 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.energizer.com.
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09272.html
Stay Informed
Chief Pisciotta states that recalls of many different types of products are issued throughout the year. Unfortunately, most people with these products in their possession never become aware of the hazard notification.
The easiest way to check if a product has ever been recalled is to log onto the CPSC website: www.cpsc.gov, or for any type of recall, including food items, log onto: www.recalls.gov.
This site combines six federal agencies with vastly different jurisdictions that report on unsafe, hazardous or defective products.
For more information on fire safety, as well as links to these sites, visit the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau Web Site found under “public safety” at: www.cityofshelton.org.
Anyone needing assistance, or without Internet access, should contact the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau at (203) 924‑1555.
Always have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times. Know when and how to call 911 for help and remember to practice your home escape plan.
