Chicago Wholesale & Imports Recall of Electric
Pictures
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 12, 2004
Release # 05-006
Chicago Wholesale & Imports Hotline: (866) 885-1986
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. Announce Recall of Electric
Pictures
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces
the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers
should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: Electric Pictures (Moveable Waterfall Pictures)
Units: 3,500
Importer: Chicago Wholesale & Imports, of Bridgeview, Ill.
Hazard: These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring,
and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock
hazards to consumers.
Incidents: Chicago Wholesale & Imports has not received any reports of
incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of
injuries.
Description: The recalled electric pictures are framed artwork that
utilizes electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes,
including waterfalls and beach scenes. The paintings come with wooden,
glass mirror, or plastic frames. The pictures come in seven different
sizes: 180cm x 112cm, 148cm x 98cm, 118cm x 74cm, 98cm x 48cm, 65cm x
45cm, 26cm x 20cm, and 25cm x 25cm.
Sold at: Flea markets and dollar stores in the Midwest, primarily in the
Chicago area, sold the pictures from April 2003 through April 2004 for
between $20 and $150 (depending on the size).
Manufactured in: China.
Remedy: Consumer should stop using the electrical components to the
pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Wholesale & Imports for
a refund.
Consumer Contact: For information on returning the picture, consumers
should call Chicago Wholesale & Imports toll-free at (866) 885-1986
between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the
company’s Web site at www.getyourscooter.com.