Flame Weeders Recalled by Gardener's Supply Co. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-08-19). Hazards: fire, burn. About 2,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08600 |
| Published | 2008-08-19 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Planting/Gardening Accessories |
| Products | Flame Weeders |
| Firm named in the title | Gardener's Supply Co. |
| Firms | Gardener's Supply Co., of Burlington, Vt. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | United Kingdom |
| Units (US) | 2,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Gardener's Supply Co. stores in Burlington and Williston, Vt., Gardener's Supply catalog, and at www.gardeners.com from March 2008 through July 2008 for about $50. |
Description
The recalled flame weeders are used to burn weeds. The weeders have a long silver colored metal tube with a blue plastic handle, which is attached by a two-piece brass valve to a 1-lb. propane tank.
Hazard
The two-piece brass control valve can separate between the flame weeder and the propane tank, and allow propane to leak from the tank. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the flame weeders and return them to the store where purchased or call Gardener's Supply Co. for a full refund, including any shipping costs. Gardener's Supply Co. is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled flame weeders.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Gardener's Supply Co. have received three reports of the weeder's valve control leaking propane, including one report of flames. No injuries have been reported.
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