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CPSC, Michael's Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Lighters

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsMar 9, 2000
Recalled Handy Home lighters
Recalled Handy Home lighters

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

These lighters can leak butane when they are ignited, causing an excessive burst of flame from the tip or other areas of the lighter. This presents a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.

Remedy

No remedy available.

Incidents & injuries

Michael's Stores Inc. has received 14 reports of excessive flame, resulting in three reports of burns to consumers' hands.

Product description

The recalled all-purpose lighters are refillable and contain butane. They are about 9 inches long and have a white plastic base; red, green or blue plastic handle with a black plastic trigger and on/off switch; and a metal barrel. A yellow label is affixed to the handle and reads in part, "DANGER: EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE...MADE IN CHINA." The lighters were packaged in a cardboard display sleeve under the brand name Handy Home. The brand name is not on the lighter.

Contact the company

Company Phone Number: (877) 562-3816

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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