Evergreen Enterprises Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
Fireside Gel Fuel Bottles
Date of Recall
2011-10-25CPSC Release Number
12-020Manufactured In
United StatesCompany Phone Number
(877) 558-1511Units
About 23,400 bottlesDistributor
Evergreen Enterprises, Richmond, Va.Manufacturer
2 Burn Inc., of MilwaukeeSold By
Independent Retailers from December 2010 through September 2011 for between $9.99 and $11.99Problem/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.Injuries/Incidents
Evergreen Enterprises is not aware of any reports of incidents involving Fireside Gel Fuel.Description
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella oil. The words "Fireside," "Gel Fuel," "Evergreen" and "Flag & Garden" are on the container labels. The bottles were sold by the case in quantities of 12. The gel fuel is poured into a stainless steel or ceramic cup in the center of ceramic or glass firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are being recalled:| Name of product | Size | Model Number | UPC | |||
| Fireside Gel Fuel | 30-ounce (case of 12) | 5G001 | 746851581199 | |||
| Fireside Gel Fuel-Citronella | 30-ounce (case of 12) | 5G002 | 746851581205 |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return the gel fuel to the company for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Evergreen Enterprises toll-free at (877) 558-1511 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.myevergreen.comAssociated Images
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