CPSC2010-12-16
Sterno Recalls Portable Butane Stoves Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The Sterno Group LLC, of Des Plaines, Ill.
Hazard
The stove's "on-off" valve can fail to close completely when turned to the "off" position, causing butane to leak from the stove. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable butane stoves and contact Sterno for instructions to return the units to Sterno for a free replacement stove. Do not return the stoves to the place of purchase.
Sold at
Sporting goods stores and other retail stores nationwide, including Puerto Rico, from September 2009 through September 2010, and to restaurants and restaurant supply stores from August 2006 through September 2010 for between $20 and $30.
Affected count
About 37,500
Injuries reported
Sterno has received one report of a stove failing to completely shut off. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Sterno Portable Butane Stoves
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Sterno toll-free at (877) 478-3766 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.sterno.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Sterno-Recalls-Portable-Butane-Stoves-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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