FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 12, 2004
Release # 04-083
Lamson's Hotline: (800) 505-5159
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Lamson & Sessions Inc. Announce Recall of Drop-In Floor Box
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the manufacturers named below, today announced
voluntary recalls of the following consumer products. Consumers should
stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: Drop-In Floor Box
Units: 7,000
Manufacturer: Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard: The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired
with the polarity reversed. These problems present a risk of shock or
electrocution and a possible fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Description: These Drop-In Floor Boxes are used to provide an extra
electric outlet in the floor. The floor boxes are pre-wired electrical
receptacles to be installed in the floor. They were sold under the
Carlon brand name as Model No. B112FBB. The product was sold as a kit
that includes the floor box, wired receptacle, hole saw, and optional
mounting plates.
Sold at: The Home Depot from December 2003 through January 2004 for
about $30.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free
replacement.
Consumer Contact: Call Lamson & Sessions at (800) 505-5159 between 8:30
a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.