Insect Electrocutor Bug Killers Recalled by Lowe's
USInsect Electrocutor Bug Killers Recalled by Lowe's
Recalling Firm: Lowe's, Insect Electrocutor
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Fire & Fire-Related Burn
Product Description & Identification
Insect Electrocutor Bug Killers Recalled by Lowe's NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 1987 Release # 87-040 LOWE'S RECALLS ELECTRIC BUG KILLERS WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Lowe's Companies, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, NC, is voluntarily recalling model BK-2000-7 electric bug killers. Lowe's Companies Inc., is taking this action because infrequent cleaning of insect accumulation in the units in conjunction with high-humidity conditions can cause the products to catch fire. Lowe's is aware of 14 fires with this model, four of which caused property damage. The model affected was sold at Lowe's stores in 21 states (see list attached) since March 15, 1987, and retailed for $19.99. Approximately 21,000 of these bug killers were distributed since spring. The model BK-2000-7 "Insect Electrocutor" is black, approximately 13 inches high and 8 inches square. A label on the top of the unit shows the model number, item number 73012, and the UL listing mark. The units have a short black cord with a three prong plug. If you have one of these bug killers, you should immediately discontinue use of the product and return the product to any Lowe's store for a new unit at no charge. Lowe's recently identified this potential problem and voluntarily reported it to the CPSC. To report unsafe consumer products or to receive safety information call the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Affected Products
Insect Electrocutor electric bug killers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1987/LOWES-RECALLS-ELECTRIC-BUG-KILLERS |
| Title | Insect Electrocutor Bug Killers Recalled by Lowe's |
| Hazards › Name | Fire & Fire-Related Burn |
| Products › 1 › Type | Insect Traps |
| Products › 1 › Category I D | 2012 |
| Products › 2 › Name | Insect Electrocutor electric bug killers |
| Recall I D | 4704 |
| Recall Date | 1987-07-10T00:00:00 |
| Description | Insect Electrocutor Bug Killers Recalled by Lowe's NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 1987 Release # 87-040 LOWE'S RECALLS ELECTRIC BUG KILLERS WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Lowe's Companies, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, NC, is voluntarily recalling model BK-2000-7 electric bug killers. Lowe's Companies Inc., is taking this action because infrequent cleaning of insect accumulation in the units in conjunction with high-humidity conditions can cause the products to catch fire. Lowe's is aware of 14 fires with this model, four of which caused property damage. The model affected was sold at Lowe's stores in 21 states (see list attached) since March 15, 1987, and retailed for $19.99. Approximately 21,000 of these bug killers were distributed since spring. The model BK-2000-7 "Insect Electrocutor" is black, approximately 13 inches high and 8 inches square. A label on the top of the unit shows the model number, item number 73012, and the UL listing mark. The units have a short black cord with a three prong plug. If you have one of these bug killers, you should immediately discontinue use of the product and return the product to any Lowe's store for a new unit at no charge. Lowe's recently identified this potential problem and voluntarily reported it to the CPSC. To report unsafe consumer products or to receive safety information call the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. |
| Recall Number | 87040 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Lowe's |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Insect Electrocutor |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-01-02T00:00:00 |
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