Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2022-10-06). Hazards: fire. About 1,100 units in the US and 500 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23004 |
| Published | 2022-10-06 |
| Last updated | 2022-10-06 |
| Products | Optimus Gemini portable 2-burner stoves |
| Firm named in the title | Katadyn North America |
| Firms | Katadyn North America Inc., of Rocklin, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Romania |
| Units (US) | 1,100 |
| Units (Canada) | 500 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178. |
Description
This recall involves Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner Stoves. "Optimus" is printed on the side. The stoves are black metal with silver top burner surfaces, measure about 12 inches long and 4 inches wide and can be used with isobutane-propane fuels. The recalled stoves have the following serial number range RG000001 through RG006788 and RG023004 through RG023323. The serial number is printed on the black connector to the gas canister.
Hazard
The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stoves and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Katadyn North America to receive a prepaid mailer to return the stove for a full refund. Katadyn North America is contacting all known purchasers directly or through its retail partners.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Linked notices
Linked because one agency's notice cites the other's.
- Optimus Gemini 2-Burner Gas Stove recalled due to Fire Hazard (Health Canada)
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