Lamplight Farms Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-09-07 · 11346
Hazards
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a fire pot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the fire pot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Recall
Number
11346
Date
2011-09-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
TIKI® Brand Gel Fuel and TIKI® Brand Citronella Gel Fuel bottles and jugs
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Retailer(s)
Retail stores nationwide and online from December 2010 through September 2011 for about $10.
Distributor(s)
Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in one-quart plastic bottles. They are sold with or without citronella. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic fire pots. The label on the container reads "TIKI® GEL FUEL." The following products are included in this recall: Size Scent UPC 1 QT Natural 086861094105 1 QT Citronella 086861100455