CPSCOctober 11, 2011

Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel recall: Burn Hazard

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

Why was Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact the Marshall Group at [email protected] 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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Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel
Company
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Quantity
About 39,000 bottles
Sold at
Gift shops, home and garden stores, and online stores nationwide from November 2010 until August 2011 for between $7.99 and $11.99.
Recall date
October 11, 2011
Incidents / injuries
The Marshall Group has received four reports of incidents, resulting in three injuries with burns requiring hospitalization.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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

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