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Smart Solar Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards

Reported: September 28, 2011 Initiated: September 28, 2011 #11339

Product Description

This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "Smart Garden" and "SmartJel." The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products included in this recall: Size Model Number/SKU Description 30 oz. SJ3200 SmartJel Citronella Formula IPA Gel Refill 30 oz. SJ3201 SmartJel Unscented Formula IPA Gel

Reason for Recall

The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,400 bottles (This recall was first announced in Sept. 2011)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Smart-Solar-Recalls-Pourable-Gel-Fuel-Due-to-Burn-and-Flash-Fire-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "Smart Garden" and "SmartJel." The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products included in this recall: Size Model Number/SKU Description 30 oz. SJ3200 SmartJel Citronella Formula IPA Gel Refill 30 oz. SJ3201 SmartJel Unscented Formula IPA Gel. Recalled by Smart Solar Inc., of Oldsmar, Fla.. Units affected: About 1,400 bottles (This recall was first announced in Sept. 2011).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 28, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11339.

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