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Lamplight Farms 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 fire pot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the fire pot 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 fire pots and call Lamplight Farms to arrange for the gel fuel to be returned to Lamplight for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Lamplight Farms toll-free at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.lamplight.com
The product
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in one-quart plastic bottles. They are sold with or without citronella. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic fire pots. The label on the container reads "TIKI® GEL FUEL." The following products are included in this recall: Size Scent UPC 1 QT Natural 086861094105 1 QT Citronella 086861100455
Details
- Units affected
- About 217,000 bottles and jugs
- Recall date
- September 7, 2011
- Made or distributed by
- Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Lamplight has received one report of an incident in which a consumer poured gel fuel on a fire pot that was still burning, resulting in burns to a bystander's arm that required medical treatment.
Retail stores nationwide and online from December 2010 through September 2011 for about $10.
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: “Lamplight Farms 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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