CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The mini fireplace, which houses the candle, can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • May 9, 2006

Mini Fireplace Candle Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard

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" are printed on the fireplace's packaging.

Required Consumer Action

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.

Contact Information

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/runningpr

Recall Details

Sold At
Chain and independent booksellers nationwide from September 2003 through April 2006 for about $8.
Injuries
Running Press has received two reports of incidents involving the fireplace igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Recall Number
06158

Product Information

Product Name
"Fireplace in a Box" Candle Kits
Product Type
Candles & Candle Holders
Number of Units
About 78,500
Distributed By
Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 343-4499
Website www.perseusbooksgroup.com/runningpr
Full Contact Information

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/runningpr