CPSCRecalled Sep 28, 2011 · #11338
Real Flame Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
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.
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This recall involves pourable gel fuels sold in 29.9-ounce and 29.98-ounce, one-quart clear plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella oil. The label on the container has a stylized flame and the words "Real Flame" and "Pourable Gel Fireplace Fuel." The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are affected by this recall: Size Model Number SKU 29.9 ounce 2164 752-370012641 1 QT 2164 752-370012641 29.98 ounce with Citronella 2165 752-370021658
Product details
- Product
- Real Flame Pourable Gel Fuel Bottles
- Type
- Gel Fuels
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- 2164, 370012641, 2165, 370021658
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Target.com, Meijer.com, JCPenney.com, Sears.com, Amazon.com and Realflame.com from January 2009 through August 2011 for between $10 and $13.
- Made in
- United States
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return the gel fuel to the firm for a full refund.