CPSC2011-09-28
Real Flame Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
Real Flame, of Racine, Wis.
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 and return the gel fuel to the firm for a full refund.
Sold at
Target.com, Meijer.com, JCPenney.com, Sears.com, Amazon.com and Realflame.com from January 2009 through August 2011 for between $10 and $13.
Affected count
About 100,000 bottles
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Real Flame Pourable Gel Fuel Bottles
Consumer contact
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Real Flame toll-free at (866) 918-8766 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.realflamerecall.com or write to the firm at Real Flame, 7800 Northwestern Ave., Racine, Wis. 53406
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Real-Flame-Recalls-Pourable-Gel-Fuel-Due-to-Burn-and-Flash-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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