May 18, 2004
Name
of product:
Kinetic Lighting Pictures (Moveable Waterfall Pictures)
Units: 17,760
Importer: Genan Import Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Hazard: These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring,
and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards
to consumers.
Description: The recalled Kinetic Lighting Pictures are framed artwork
that utilize electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes,
including waterfalls and snow. Some of the pictures have nature scenes with a
church or a barn in the background. The paintings come with wooden, glass
mirror, or plastic frames that depict wolves, elephants, or dolphins. The
pictures come in seven different sizes: 178cm x 112cm; 148cm x 99cm; 118cm x 74cm;
110cm x 74cm; 99cm x 48cm; 65cm x 47cm; and 41cm x 32cm.
Sold at: Dollar and furniture stores nationwide from June 2002 through
February 2003 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size of the picture).
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Return the picture to Genan Import for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For information on returning the picture, consumers
should call Genan Import at (800) 517-5795 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT
Monday through Friday or log on to the company’s Web site at http://www.genanimport.com/Category.asp?r=1&ci=33