Key Takeaway
Work Light Recall by Bayco Products by Bayco Products was recalled on February 27, 1997.
Work Light Recall by Bayco Products
Description
Work Light Recall by Bayco Products NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Company can no longer be contacted. Please discard or destroy the product. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles Originally issued February 27, 1997, Revised March 19, 2004 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-073 CPSC and Bayco Products Announce Work Light Recall WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bayco Products Inc. of Dallas, Texas, (formerly of Richardson, Texas) recalled over 11,400 fluorescent work lights. One of the light's metal screws can contact an internal live wire. This can give the user of the work light an electric shock. Bayco Products is aware of one consumer who received an electric shock while using the work light. The lights measure 9.25 inches long with a twin-tube fluorescent bulb located inside a tubular, clear plastic case. The tubular case has yellow plastic end caps and a metal hook attached. Only model numbers FL-600, FL-650, SL-600, SL-605, and SL-650 sold under the brand names SmartLite and RiteLite are involved in this recall. The lights come with a 20-foot or 50-foot electrical cord, and some come with a retractable reel for the electrical cord. The model number is located on a silver tag attached to the retractable reel. Lights without retractable reels display the model number on the original box. The work lights are packaged in a blue or black cardboard box labeled in part, "Fluorescent Work Light with Retractable Reel...Stays Cool in Use...Tough Impact Resistant...On-Off Switch." A picture of the light appears on the box top. Automotive, hardware, and home improvement stores sold the work lights nationwide from June 1995 through July 1996 for about $30 to $70. Consumers should immediately stop using the lights and discard or destroy them. The company can no longer be contacted, and so a remedy is no longer available.
Products Affected
RiteLite fluorescent work lights
SmartLite fluorescent work lights
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
Check the remedy section above or contact the manufacturer directly for current remedy options.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.