CPSC2011-09-28
Bond Manufacturing Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
Bond Manufacturing Co., of Antioch, Calif.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles or jugs to the company for a full refund.
Sold at
Gordmans, Homeclick, SaveMart Supermarkets, Big R Stores, Hy-Vee and various hardware, garden and online stores nationwide from September 2010 until September 2011 for between $5 and $20.
Affected count
About 16,500 bottle and jugs. (This recall was first announced in September 2011)
Injuries reported
None
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Bond Firebowl Pourable Gel Fuel Bottle and Jugs
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Bond Manufacturing toll-free at (866) 771-2663 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.bondmfg.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Bond-Manufacturing-Recalls-Pourable-Gel-Fuel-Due-to-Burn-and-Flash-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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