| Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2006 Release #06-158 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 343-4499
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 |
Name of Product: "Fireplace in a Box" Candle Kits
Units: About 78,500
Distributor: Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Hazard: The mini fireplace which houses the candle can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Running Press has received two reports of incidents involving the fireplace igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Description: The recalled Fireplace in a Box kit includes a 2.5-inch high by 2.5-inch wide plastic fireplace that resembles stone masonry with a black mantle, a tea light candle to fit inside the fireplace, and a small booklet "Fireplace in a Box." "Fireplace in a Box," "Mega Mini Kits," and "ISBN 0-7624-1603-3" is printed on the fireplace's packaging.
Sold at: Chain and independent booksellers nationwide from September 2003 through April 2006 for about $8.
Manufactured In: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using this recalled product immediately and return it for a full refund to the place of purchase, or directly to: Running Press, 2300 Chestnut Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, Attn: Fireplace in a Box Safety Recall. Consumers returning the product to Running Press directly must include full names and addresses and can expect to receive a check within four to six weeks.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers should contact Running Press at (800) 343-4499 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.perseusbooksgroup.com/runningpress