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Marshall Group Recalls Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel Due to Burn Hazard

12007 · Recalled 2011-10-11 · CPSC page

PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel
PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel

Description

This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 32 oz. clear plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "PatioGlo bio-fuel gel" or "Citronella PatioGlo". The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are included in this recall: Size Model Number SKU 32 oz. PG-32 845095015023 32 oz. PGC-32 (Citronella) 845095015030

Hazards

The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly to the consumer and expel 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 expels and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.

Reported injuries

The Marshall Group has received four reports of incidents, resulting in three injuries with burns requiring hospitalization.

Remedy

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

Products

NameModelUnits
Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel GelAbout 39,000 bottles

Parties

Manufacturer
Marshall Group
Distributor
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Gift shops, home, garden stores, online from November 2010 until August 2011 for between $7.99, $11.99.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact the Marshall Group at recall@marshallgroupcorp.com or toll-free at 855-270-8482 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://marshallgroupcorp.com

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PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel with citronella
PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel with citronella

Source: CPSC recall 12007. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.