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CPSC, Arett Sales Corp. Announce Recall of Multi-Purpose Barbecue Lighters

Reported: February 10, 2005 Initiated: February 10, 2005 #05100

Product Description

Sold under the brand name "Kitchen Works," the recalled gas-fueled lighters have an orange or red plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 10¾ inches long.

Reason for Recall

The lighters lack child-resistant mechanisms that meet federal safety standards. Young children could operate these lighters, which pose a fire hazard. Federal standards require multi-purpose lighters to have the same level of child-resistance as required in the safety standard for cigarette lighters. The child-resistant mechanism must operate safely, function for the expected life of the lighter, and not be easy to deactivate. The child-resistant mechanism also must automatically reset after each use.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of the lighters in a manner that is in compliance with all state and local requirements. Lighters should not be incinerated or punctured.

Details

Units Affected
About 2 million
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Arett-Sales-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Multi-Purpose-Barbecue-Lighters-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Sold under the brand name "Kitchen Works," the recalled gas-fueled lighters have an orange or red plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 10¾ inches long.. Units affected: About 2 million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lighters lack child-resistant mechanisms that meet federal safety standards. Young children could operate these lighters, which pose a fire hazard. Federal standards require multi-purpose lighters to have the same level of child-resistance as required in the safety standard for cigarette lighters. The child-resistant mechanism must operate safely, function for the expected life of the lighter, and not be easy to deactivate. The child-resistant mechanism also must automatically reset after each use.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of the lighters in a manner that is in compliance with all state and local requirements. Lighters should not be incinerated or punctured.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 10, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05100.

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