CPSC Recall in 2004: CPSC, Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. Announce Recall of Electric Pictures
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Chicago Wholesale & Imports, of Bridgeview, Ill. is voluntarily recalling about 3,500 electric pictures (moveable waterfall pictures). These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.Name of product: Electric Pictures (Moveable Waterfall Pictures)Units: 3,500Importer: Chicago Wholesale & Imports, of Bridgeview, Ill.Hazard: These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.Incidents: Chicago Wholesale & Imports has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.Description: The recalled electric pictures are framed artwork that utilizes electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes, including waterfalls and beach scenes. The paintings come with wooden, glass mirror, or plastic frames. The pictures come in seven different sizes: 180cm x 112cm, 148cm x 98cm, 118cm x 74cm, 98cm x 48cm, 65cm x 45cm, 26cm x 20cm, and 25cm x 25cm.Sold at: Flea markets and dollar stores in the Midwest, primarily in the Chicago area, sold the pictures from April 2003 through April 2004 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size).Manufactured in: China.Remedy: Consumer should stop using the electrical components to the pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Wholesale & Imports for a refund.Consumer Contact: For information on returning the picture, consumers should call Chicago Wholesale & Imports toll-free at (866) 885-1986 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.getyourscooter.com.
These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.
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Chicago Wholesale & Imports has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Flea markets and dollar stores in the Midwest, primarily in the Chicago area, sold the pictures from April 2003 through April 2004 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size).
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