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CPSC, C & A Scientific Co. Announce Recall of Metal Alcohol Burners

Reported: January 5, 2006 Initiated: January 5, 2006 #06061

Product Description

The metal alcohol burner consists of a stainless steel tank with a screw-on steel lid. A copper tubing wick in the shape of a loop is soldered on the top of the burner's lid. The burner and lid measure 3 inches in diameter by 3½ inches high. The burner also has a separate metal top, which fits over the copper wick to act as a snuffer, and a metal heat shield designed to sit on top of the lid. Item number 97-5320 is printed on the burner's packaging.

Reason for Recall

Alcohol can leak from defective soldering around the burner's copper tubing that acts as a wick, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled metal alcohol burners immediately and return them to place of purchase for replacement or refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The metal alcohol burner consists of a stainless steel tank with a screw-on steel lid. A copper tubing wick in the shape of a loop is soldered on the top of the burner's lid. The burner and lid measure 3 inches in diameter by 3½ inches high. The burner also has a separate metal top, which fits over the copper wick to act as a snuffer, and a metal heat shield designed to sit on top of the lid. Item number 97-5320 is printed on the burner's packaging.. Recalled by C & A Scientific Co. Inc., of Manassas, Va.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Alcohol can leak from defective soldering around the burner's copper tubing that acts as a wick, posing a fire and burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled metal alcohol burners immediately and return them to place of purchase for replacement or refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 5, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06061.