Lighted Showcases Recalled by Seventh Avenue Due to Fire Hazard

5 Tier Lighted Showcases

Date of Recall

2008-11-13

CPSC Release Number

09-709

Manufactured In

Hong Kong

Units

About 700

Manufacturer

New Star Manufacturing Trading Share Ltd., of Hong Kong

Importer

Seventh Avenue, of Monroe, Wis.

Sold By

Seventh Avenue Outlet Store, Seventh Avenue’s spring 2009 catalogs, and online at www.seventhavenue.com from December 2007 through August 2008 for about $140.

Problem/Hazard

The lighted showcase’s plug adaptor can overheat and melt the adaptor’s plastic housing, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

Seventh Avenue has received six reports of the units overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

The 5 tier lighted showcase has a curved metal tubular frame with vertical rods, a circular metal top and bottom with a painted gold tone and black finish. A 12-watt light is attached under the top shelf. The unit also has three round glass shelves. The showcase measures about 59 inches high and 10 ½ inches wide.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the 5 Tier Lighted Showcase and unplug the adaptor from the wall socket. After the device is unplugged, cut the wire cord to the adaptor and return the adaptor to Seventh Avenue for a free replacement showcase. Seventh Avenue is directly contacting purchasers.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Seventh Avenue at (800) 991-4442 between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.seventhavenue.com

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