Product Recall Number: 11-339
Why was recalled?
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.
Product Recall Number: 11-339
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2011-09-27
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: None Listed
Description: 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.
Hazard Description: 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.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: "About 1,400 bottles (This recall was first announced in Sept. 2011)"
Incidents: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund.
Sold At: Online and selected specialty stores from January 2011 through June 2011 for between $10 and $20.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: "Smart Solar Inc., of Oldsmar, Fla."
Distributors: "Smart Solar Inc., of Oldsmar, Fla."
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed