Recalls / 2022-10-06

Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard

23004 · Recalled 2022-10-06 · CPSC page

Recalled Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner Stove

Description

This recall involves Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner Stoves. "Optimus" is printed on the side. The stoves are black metal with silver top burner surfaces, measure about 12 inches long and 4 inches wide and can be used with isobutane-propane fuels. The recalled stoves have the following serial number range RG000001 through RG006788 and RG023004 through RG023323. The serial number is printed on the black connector to the gas canister.

Hazards

The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stoves and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Katadyn North America to receive a prepaid mailer to return the stove for a full refund. Katadyn North America is contacting all known purchasers directly or through its retail partners.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Optimus Gemini portable 2-burner stoves		About 1,100 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Importer: Katadyn North America Inc., of Rocklin, Calif.
Made in: Romania
Sold at: Specialty outdoor, sporting goods, on various websites

Consumer contact

Katadyn North America Inc. at 800-755-6701 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday or online at www.katadyngroup.com/us/en/recall or at www.katadyngroup.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.

More images

Serial number location printed on the black connector to the gas canister

Source: CPSC recall 23004. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.