Improper wiring can allow melting of the insulation
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Varaluz of Las Vegas, Nev., is recalling about 80 Longfellow lighting fixtures for indoor and outdoor use.
Improper wiring can allow melting of the insulation and cause the fixtures to short out, posing fire and shock hazards.
The firm has received two reports of lights bulbs shorting. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves all Longfellow model 3- and 4-light light fixtures for indoor or outdoor use. The black metal fixtures have a clear/frosted glass shade on four sides and can be wall mounted or ceiling mounted.
Model number 731KL04EB, 731KM03EB, 731P03EB, 331P03BL, 731P03EB or 331P04BL is printed on the label on the canopy of the ceiling mounted fixtures or the backplate of wall mounted fixtures.
The light fixtures, manufactured in the Philippines, were sold at lighting showrooms nationwide and online through lighting and home improvement websites from April 2013, to September 2015, for between $320 and $420.
Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the fixtures until replacement units are available. Consumers should contact Varaluz for a replacement light fixture or a refund.
Consumers may contact Varaluz collect at 702-792-6900 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday, by email at customerservice@varaluz.com, or online at http://www.varaluz.com/blogs/news/71700101-varaluz-longfellow-product-recall-bulletin.