CPSC, Pascal Products Co. Announce Recall of Two-Paneled Fireplace Screens Sold At Wal-Mart
CPSC recall 02123 · announced March 20, 2002 · Pascal Products · 600 units affected
The product
The recalled screens are Wal-Mart Home Trends 2-Paneled Fireplace Screens with model number 500RR. The 500RR model screens have a light rust color and use standard Phillips-head hinge pins. The recalled screens are Wal-Mart Home Trends 2-Paneled Fireplace Screens with model number 500RR. The 500RR model screens have a light rust color and use standard Phillips-head hinge pins. Fireplace screens that have a dark brown color or have elongated dual-use-screw heads are not included in this recall.
The hazard
The paint on the metal mesh can ignite when exposed to a direct flame, posing a serious fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the fireplace screens immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Pascal has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the fireplace screens, from September 2001 through December 2001, for about $30.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers should call Pascal at (601) 362-6813 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.