Mini Fireplace Candle Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
May 10, 2006

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), and Running Press Book Publishers, of Philadelphia, Pa. are recalling About 78,500 “Fireplace in a Box” Candle Kits. The mini fireplace which houses the candle can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Running Press has received two reports of incidents involving the fireplace igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

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.

Chain and independent booksellers sold the kits from September 2003 through April 2006. They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should stop using this 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.

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 website at www.perseusbooksgroup.com/runningpress