Batteries Sold with Galls H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlights Recalled by Galls

Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries originally provided with Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlight.

Date of Recall

2003-09-25

CPSC Release Number

03-195

Manufactured In

Taiwan.

Company Phone Number

(800) 477-7766

Units

Approximately 10,084

Distributor

Galls Inc., of Lexington, Kentucky

Sold By

Galls catalog, Galls website www.galls.com and retail stores in Lexington, KY; Long Beach, CA; Riverside, CA; San Diego, CA; Orange County, CA; and Signal Hill, CA, from June 2001 through May 2003. The flashlight sold individually for about $49 and when bundled with other items for up to $99.

Problem/Hazard

The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode presenting a potential for fire or personal injury.

Injuries/Incidents

Five reports of batteries overheating or exploding have been received, causing minor injuries such as burns and minor property damage from fire.

Description

The batteries were provided in pairs. Each is a 3-volt lithium battery with a white label. The name "Fugi Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A" is on the label.

Remedy

Call Galls toll-free at 1-800-477-7766 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally received with your Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlight purchased prior to June 2003. If you have already replaced the batteries (Galls recommends that Duracell Ultra 123 3-volt lithium replacement batteries be used), Galls will provide an equivalent credit ($10.99 for each pair of Fuji Power or A&T Fuji Power lithium batteries) that can be redeemed towards the purchase of any other merchandise ordered from Galls.

Consumer Contact

Call Galls customer service representatives toll-free at (800) 477-7766 Monday through Friday, 7 am to midnight ET, Saturday and Sunday 9 am to 9 pm ET.

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