CPSC2009-09-29
Lamplight Farms Recalls Replacement Torch Fuel Containers Due to Fire Hazard
Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.
Hazard
The flame guards on the recalled replacement torch fuel containers can malfunction and cause the containers to melt while the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flame guards on Clear-Vu® torch fuel containers and contact Lamplight to receive a free repair kit.
Sold at
Discount, hardware, and home improvement stores nationwide from January 2008 through August 2009 for between $1 and $3.
Affected count
About 720,000
Injuries reported
Lamplight has received 35 reports of the fuel containers melting while the torch was lit including one report of a minor burn injury.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Flame Guards on Clear-Vu® Torch Fuel Containers
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Lamplight toll-free at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lamplight.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Lamplight-Farms-Recalls-Replacement-Torch-Fuel-Containers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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