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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: This
weekly newsletter covers:
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Molenaar LLC Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Shock Hazard
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Siemens Recalls Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard

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MOLENAAR LLC RECALLS NIGHT LIGHTS DUE TO FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal
to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Products: Electroluminescent night lights Units: About 315,000 Manufacturer: Molenaar LLC of Willmar, Minn. Hazard: The night lights can become hot to the touch and melt, resulting
in risk of possible shock or fire. Incidents/Injuries: The firm is aware of 4 incidents of the night lights
melting, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been
reported. Description: Two models of the night lights are being recalled. One
model, Model No. 2019, is shaped like a house. The other, Model No.
2017, is square-shaped with a rounded top. The night lights glow green
when plugged into an electrical outlet. "71980 U.S.A." is molded into
the night light's back panel, just above the brass outlet prongs. The
night lights may have the brand names or logos of various companies
printed on the front. Sold at: The recalled night lights were distributed free as promotional
products by various companies imprinted with various company names
between October 2001 and November 2009. Manufactured in: U.S. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night
lights and throw them away. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877)
719-4442 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the
firm's website at www.miline.com To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10353.html 


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SIEMENS RECALLS CIRCUIT BREAKERS DUE TO FIRE HAZARD
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal
to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Siemens and Murray Circuit Breakers, Load Centers and
Meter Combos Units: About 2.2 million Importer: Siemens Industry Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga. Hazard: The recalled circuit breakers have a spring clip that can break
during normal use, leading to a loss of force to maintain a proper
electrical connection in the panelboard. This can lead to excessive
temperature, arcing or thermal damage at the connection point, and
damage to the panelboard's electrical insulation and can result in a
fire, property damage, or personal injury. Incidents/Injuries: Siemens has received one report of a circuit breaker
spring clip that broke during installation. No injuries have been
reported. Description: This recall involves Siemens and Murray 15 through 50 AMP
single and double pole circuit breakers, load centers (circuit breakers
that come with an electrical panel), and meter combos (contain a load
center and a meter socket). "Siemens" or "Murray," date codes 0610 or
0710 and the catalog number are printed on a label on the side of the
circuit breakers. Date codes between June 2010 through August 2010 are
stamped on the inside of the metal box of the load centers and meter
combos. The catalog number for the load centers and meter combos is
printed on a label inside the metal box door and on the packaging. | Product | Date Codes | Catalog Numbers |
| Circuit Breakers | 0610, 0710 | Q115, Q120, Q130, Q215, Q230, Q250, MP115, MP115U, MP120, MP130, MP215, MP230, MP230U, MP250 |
| Load Centers | Jun 23 2010-Aug 25 2010 | G2020B1100CP, G3030B1100CP, G4040B1200CUSGP, LC4040B1200P, G3040B1200CP, G3040L1200CP, G4040B1200CP, G3030B1150CP, W3040B1200CP, G1624L1125CP, W4040B1200CP |
| Meter Combo | Jun 23 2010-Aug 25 2010 | JA2040B1200SP |
Sold at: The Home Depot, Lowes, other hardware and building supply
stores and numerous electrical distributors nationwide from June 2010
through August 2010 for between $2.50 to $235. Manufactured in: Mexico Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Siemens for a free
inspection by an electrician and a free replacement product. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Siemens at (800)
756-6996 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the
firm's website at www.usa.siemens.com To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10354.html 
Circuit Breaker (front view)

Circuit Breaker (side view)

Load Center

Meter Combo

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relationship. The information contained in this update is general in nature.
Individual situations of readers may not fit the general educational
information described in the column. Readers are strongly encouraged to consult
with an attorney to evaluate individual situations and provide legal advice.
Any reliance on the information contained herein is taken at the reader's own
risk and should not be considered legal advice.

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