CPSC2011-10-25
Evergreen Enterprises Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
2 Burn Inc., of Milwaukee
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 company for a full refund.
Sold at
Independent Retailers from December 2010 through September 2011 for between $9.99 and $11.99
Affected count
About 23,400 bottles
Injuries reported
Evergreen Enterprises is not aware of any reports of incidents involving Fireside Gel Fuel.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Fireside Gel Fuel Bottles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Evergreen Enterprises toll-free at (877) 558-1511 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.myevergreen.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Evergreen-Enterprises-Recalls-Pourable-Gel-Fuel-Due-to-Burn-and-Flash-Fire-Hazards1Don't want to check this manually?
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