CPSC Recall in 2007: Meyer Recalls Cooking Torches Due to Fire Hazard
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Meyer Corporation, U.S., of Vallejo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 4,400 (about 40 with consumers) BonJour Professional Culinary Torches. Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard.Name of Product: BonJour® Professional Culinary TorchesUnits: About 4,400 (about 40 with consumers)Importer: Meyer Corporation, U.S., of Vallejo, Calif.Hazard: Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard.Incidents/Injuries: Meyer has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.Description: This recall involves the BonJour® Professional Culinary Torch sold alone and as part of the BonJour® Bain Marie Set. The torch is 7.5 inches high and has a visible fuel gauge. The base is black, and the handle is either black or brown. The torch assembly is silver-colored with the word "BonJour" printed on the side.Sold at: Various retailers nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $40 (when sold alone) or about $70 (when included as part of the Bain Marie Set).Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the torches and contact Meyer for a refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Meyer at (800) 226-6568 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.meyer.com.
Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard.
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Meyer has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Various retailers nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $40 (when sold alone) or about $70 (when included as part of the Bain Marie Set).
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