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Bond Manufacturing Pourable Gel Fuel
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles or jugs to the company for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Bond Manufacturing toll-free at (866) 771-2663 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.bondmfg.com
The product
This recall involves pourable gel fuel packaged in 32-ounce and 64-ounce plastic bottles and one-gallon plastic jugs and sold with or without citronella oil. The label on the containers says "Firebowl Gel Fuel" or "Firebowl Gel". The brand name "Bond" is on some versions of the label. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. This recall also includes a ceramic fire pot set of two bowls. The box says "2 pack Tabletop Gel Firebowls." The following products are included: Size Model Name Item Number UPC 32 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel 66140 034613661402 32 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel with Citronella 66201 034613662010 64 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel 66141 034613661419 64 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel with Citronella 66202 034613662027 2 pack Ceramic Firebowl set 66146 034613661464
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,500 bottle and jugs. (This recall was first announced in September 2011)
- Recall date
- September 28, 2011
- Brand
- Bond Manufacturing Co., of Antioch, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Gordmans, Homeclick, SaveMart Supermarkets, Big R Stores, Hy-Vee and various hardware, garden and online stores nationwide from September 2010 until September 2011 for between $5 and $20.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bond Manufacturing Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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