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Customer has asked me to make and wire a table lamp. I’m concerned about possible liability for fire down the road due to misuse of the lamp and/or wiring. Has anyone investigated this situation or been caught up in an unfortunate occurrence? Thanks.
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Good question Don,
Why not take the lamp to an elec. shop and have them wire it. Probably the best $20, or so you could spend, keep the receipt from elec shop...Dale
*We used to make lamps and were signed up with Underwriters to put the seal of approval on our lamps. Very expensive and each type of lamp requires a seperate certification. Meaning table lamp versus hardwired outdoor lights. I would send it out to an independent tester and check with your lawyer on the implications to you. Good thinking to bring this issue up before it's too late.
*Why not make the lamp and let HER take it to an electrician?
*Don,Rickk's is good advice. The laws regarding manufacturing electrical products can also vary from state to state; some require that only UL approved components be used, others require that the end product be UL approved...FWIW.Dano
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