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CPSCRecalled Aug 23, 2005 · #05249

CPSC, Lamplight Farms Inc. Announce Recall of Tiki Bamboo Torches and Replacement Fuel Canisters

Hazard

The surface coating of some flame guards on these bamboo torches and replacement canisters can absorb the fuel and ignite. This can cause the torch and nearby combustibles to catch on fire, posing a risk of burn injuries and property damage.

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Description

These 5-foot-tall Tiki® bamboo torches consist of a bamboo pole with a weaved basket at the top and a metal flame guard, which is a circular black piece that holds the wick in place and attaches to the fuel canister. The recall includes the Tiki® Beachcomber, Seagrass and Sandpiper model torches. The recall also involves replacement canisters that have the metal flame guards. Recalled units have the following UPC numbers: 086861010372 (Beachcomber), 086861013335 (Seagrass), 086861010457 (Sandpiper) and 076354995262 (Replacement Canister). The UPC number and the model name are written on the packaging or attached tag.

Product details

Product
Tiki® Bamboo Torches and Replacement Fuel Canisters
Type
Torches
Manufacturer
Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.
Model numbers
UPCs
076354995262, 086861010457, 086861013335, 086861010372
Sold at
Wal-Mart, The Home Depot, Lowe's and other home and hardware stores nationwide, from December 2004 through July 2005, for between $5 and $6. The replacement canisters were sold for about $1.40.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using these torches and contact Lamplight Farms to determine if they are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement flame guards.

View the official CPSC notice