CPSC, Luxo Corp. Announce Recall of Portable Fluorescent Lamps

What was recalled

The lamps are 18-watt portable fluorescent lamps that have a black plastic housing and mount to a desk or sit on a base. Model PS355 and PS360 with serial numbers between 198076 and 244871 and between 35500001 and 36003256 are included in the recall. The PS355 model has a 34-inch swing arm and the PS360 has a 19-inch swing arm. The serial number and "MADE IN TAIWAN" can be found on a silver label located on the back of the light bulb cover. The lamps have also been sold under the names "Big Dipper" and "Little Dipper."

Where it was sold

• Office furniture distributors and dealers nationwide sold these lamps, from January 2000 through February 2002, for between $155 and $170.

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