Product Recall Number: 87-040
Why was Model BK-2000-7 "Insect Electrocutor" electric bug killers recalled?
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.
Product Recall Number: 87-040
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Date: 1987-07-09
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Name Of Product: Model BK-2000-7 "Insect Electrocutor" electric bug killers
Description: 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 (800) 638-8270.
Hazard Description: 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.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: Approximately 21,000
Incidents: Lowe's is aware of 14 fires with this model, four of which caused property damage.
Remedy: 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.
Sold At: The model affected was sold at Lowe's stores in 21 states (see list attached) since March 15, 1987, and retailed for $19.99.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: None Listed
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed