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CPSCRecalled Aug 8, 2013 · #13260

Big Lots Recalls Tabletop Torches Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Hazard

Once lit, the glass citronella table torches can flare up and emit burning lamp oil onto consumers and property, posing fire and burn hazards.

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Description

This recall involves large and small round tabletop torches that have a wick and burn liquid citronella fuel. The large torches have a steel fuel container covered in multi-colored glass in a mosaic pattern. The large torch measures about 10 inches in diameter, 5 inches high, and weighs about 2 ½ pounds. The small torches have multi-colored glass fuel container with a metal and wire stand. They measure about 5 inches in diameter, 5½ inches high and weigh about one pound. "Table Top Torch distributed by Big Lots, Inc." and item #DC12-21111 (large torch) or Item #DC10-20160 (small torch) is printed on a yellow label on the bottom of the large torch and on a hang tag on the small torch.

Product details

Product
Citronella Tabletop Torches
Type
Torches
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
481005989802, 481005989802
Sold at
Big Lots stores nationwide from March 2013 through June 2013 for between $8 and $20.
Made in
India

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice