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Evergreen Enterprises 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 and return the gel fuel to the company for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Evergreen Enterprises toll-free at (877) 558-1511 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.myevergreen.com
The product
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella oil. The words "Fireside," "Gel Fuel," "Evergreen" and "Flag & Garden" are on the container labels. The bottles were sold by the case in quantities of 12. The gel fuel is poured into a stainless steel or ceramic cup in the center of ceramic or glass firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are being recalled: Name of product Size Model Number UPC Fireside Gel Fuel 30-ounce (case of 12) 5G001 746851581199 Fireside Gel Fuel-Citronella 30-ounce (case of 12) 5G002 746851581205
Details
- Units affected
- About 23,400 bottles
- Recall date
- October 25, 2011
- Brand
- 2 Burn Inc., of Milwaukee
- Made or distributed by
- Evergreen Enterprises, Richmond, Va.
- What has been reported
- Evergreen Enterprises is not aware of any reports of incidents involving Fireside Gel Fuel.
Independent Retailers from December 2010 through September 2011 for between $9.99 and $11.99
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: “Evergreen Enterprises 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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