Smart Solar Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
CPSC recall 11339 · announced September 28, 2011 · Smart Solar · 1,400 units affected
The product
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "Smart Garden" and "SmartJel." The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products included in this recall: Size Model Number/SKU Description 30 oz. SJ3200 SmartJel Citronella Formula IPA Gel Refill 30 oz. SJ3201 SmartJel Unscented Formula IPA Gel
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Online and selected specialty stores from January 2011 through June 2011 for between $10 and $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Smart Solar at (813) 343-5770 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.smartsolar.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.