CPSC, Marshall Field's Announce Recall of Fire Pit Spark Screen
CPSC recall 04566 · announced July 16, 2004 · Target · 430 units affected
The product
The recalled Sean Conway spark screens act as a cover over the top of a copper fire pit that sits in a black, three-legged stand. The spark screens have an item number of 525-90-0800 and a UPC number of 97169934567. The Sean Conway Fire Pit is not included in this recall
The hazard
The fire pit spark screen can catch fire when it comes into direct contact with a flame, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the spark screens immediately and return them to any Marshall Field's store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Marshall Field's has received three reports of the spark screen catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: Marshall Field's stores in Illinois, Minnesota, Michigan and one store in Wisconsin, and on the company's Web site, from January 2004 through May 2004, for about $50.
Consumer contact: Call Marshall Field's collect at (612) 375-3382 between 9 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.