CPSC2004-07-15
CPSC, Jo-Ann Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Bamboo Torches
Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio
Hazard
The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled torch immediately and return it to a Jo-Ann Store location to receive a refund.
Sold at
Jo-Ann Stores nationwide, from February 2004 through April 2004, for about $10.
Affected count
About 36,000
Injuries reported
Jo-Ann Stores Inc. has received seven reports of problems with the Bamboo Torches involving the canister melting while the torch was lit and in use. One minor burn injury was reported, that did not require medical treatment.
Manufactured in
Hong Kong
Products
Bamboo Torch
Consumer contact
Call Jo-Ann Stores at (877) 527-2677 Ext. 8454 between 8:30 a.m. and 5p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Jo-Ann-Stores-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Bamboo-TorchesDon't want to check this manually?
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