Zippo Recalls Candle Lighters Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-01-27). Hazards: fire, burn. About 17,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10124 |
| Published | 2010-01-27 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-13 |
| Product category | Multi-Purpose Lighters |
| Products | Zippo Slatkin & Co. Candle Lighters |
| Firm named in the title | Zippo |
| Firms | Zippo Manufacturing Company, of Bradford, Pa. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 17,500 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide and online in November 2009 for about $10. |
Description
This recall involves the Zippo Slatkin & Co. candle lighters with date codes G09 or H09. The lighters are finished in high-polish chrome or white with a chrome nozzle. The lighter uses refillable butane fuel and measures 6.5 inches long and 1 inch wide. The date code is embossed on the black adjuster knob located on the end of the lighter (opposite to the nozzle). "Slatkin & Co." and "Zippo" are printed on the packaging. "Zippo" is also embossed on the product.
Hazard
Lighters can produce an excessive flame when adjusted to maximum flame setting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Zippo for information on returning the black adjuster knob and receiving a free replacement Zippo candle lighter.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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