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Electric ShockApril 18, 2007CPSC #07159

Lamson & Sessions Recalls Floor Electrical Outlets Due to Shock or Electrocution Hazards

Product
Electrical Outlets & Accessories
Units affected
100,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The drop-in floor boxes are used to provide an extra electrical outlet in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon® brand name and have a brass finish cover approximately 3 1/2 inches in diameter. "Carlon" is stamped into the plastic above the receptacle and the model number is located to the left of the receptacle. Model numbers E971FBDI and E971FBDIB are included in this recall.

Hazard

The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly, resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.

Injuries

Lamson & Sessions has received one report of an incident with the recalled floor boxes. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Homecenters, hardware retailers and electrical distributors nationwide between January 2005 and March 2007 for about $35.

Photos

Recalled Floor Electrical Outlet PackagingRecalled Floor Electrical Outlet
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