CPSC

Tu-Wire® ballasts used with dimmable compact fluorescen Recalled for Shock Hazard

Recalled Tu-Wire® ballasts
Recalled Tu-Wire® ballasts
Ceiling fixture representative of most affected fixtures
Ceiling fixture representative of most affected fixtures
Ceiling fixture representative of most affected fixtures
Ceiling fixture representative of most affected fixtures

Hazard

These ballasts, if not properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code, can present a risk of electric shock to persons who come in contact with the ballast or with a light fixture that incorporates the ballast, such as when a consumer changes a fluorescent lamp bulb.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should not touch these fixtures, since they could pose a shock hazard. Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics to arrange for free replacement of the recalled ballasts.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Lutron Electronics toll-free at (866) 793-4270 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lutron.com

Products

Tu-Wire® ballasts used with dimmable compact fluorescent lights

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Light fixture manufacturers, electrical distributors and electrical contractors nationwide from July 1998 through May 2006 for about $120.