Recalls / 2006-10-05

Agio International Recalls Outdoor Gas Fire Pits Due to Fire Hazard

07004 · Recalled 2006-10-05 · CPSC page

Description

The fire pit is an outdoor gas fire pit with a surrounding housing that serves as a table. The fire pits were sold in various shapes and sizes, including oval, hexagonal, round and octagonal. They have various style table tops, including real and faux marble, slate, ceramic or stone. The bases of the fire pits have various styles, including mountain stone, field stone, flag stone, cobblestone, stucco, brick and wicker. The model number 98500 or 98500A is printed on the top of the label on the side of the sliding drawer holding the propane tank, or, on some models, on the back of the hinged door that lifts up to get to the propane tank.

Hazards

If the regulator hose for the propane cylinder contacts the burner during use, the hose can rupture, presenting a risk of a fire outside of the unit.

Reported injuries

Agio has received eight reports of hoses rupturing, including three reports of fire. Two of these fires resulted in minor damage to decks. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the fire pits immediately, and contact Agio to receive a free repair, which consists of a tie that will keep the regulator hose from contacting the burner, and instructions.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Outdoor Gas Fire Pits		About 22,000

Parties

Distributor: Agio International, of Hong Kong
Made in: China
Sold at: Costco, BJ's, Home Depot Expo Design Center, Lowe's, other, by various on-line retailers, from September 2005 through July 2006 for, 400.

Consumer contact

For more information, contact Agio-USA, the recall coordinator, at (800) 598-6532 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.agio-usa.com

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Source: CPSC recall 07004. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.