Lamplight Farms Recalls Replacement Torch Fuel Containers Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled September 29, 2009 · CPSC recall 09349 · Lamplight Farms
Hazard
The flame guards on the recalled replacement torch fuel containers can malfunction and cause the containers to melt while the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flame guards on Clear-Vu® torch fuel containers and contact Lamplight to receive a free repair kit.
Units
About 720,000
Incidents / injuries
Lamplight has received 35 reports of the fuel containers melting while the torch was lit including one report of a minor burn injury.
Description
The recall involves Clear-Vu® Torch Fuel Containers sold as replacements. "RC" is stamped on the underside of the flame guard. Clear-Vu® torch fuel containers that came with torches are not included in this recall.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flame guards on Clear-Vu® torch fuel containers and contact Lamplight to receive a free repair kit.
Contact
For more information, contact Lamplight toll-free at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lamplight.com
Product
Flame Guards on Clear-Vu® Torch Fuel Containers
Manufacturer(s)
Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.
Retailers
Discount, hardware, and home improvement stores nationwide from January 2008 through August 2009 for between $1 and $3.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →