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Hayes Company Inc. Recalls Outdoor Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsSep 6, 2007
Recalled Decorative Glaze Outdoor Candles
Recalled Decorative Glaze Outdoor Candles
Recalled Glaze Candle Label
Recalled Glaze Candle Label

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Hazard

The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to any Ace Hardware store for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received two reports of consumers who suffered minor burns to their hands when they tried to extinguish flames coming from the candle.

Product description

The recall involves three styles of outdoor citronella candles with a glazed lower portion that is brown, blue, or green. The item number 18134 can be located on the top left part of the label on the bottom of the candle.

Sold on

Ace Hardware stores nationwide from February 2006 through June 2007 for about $8.

Contact the company

For further information, contact Hayes at (800) 838-5053 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hayesco.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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