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CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters
Recalled January 31, 2002 · CPSC recall 02519 · Micro-Mark
Hazard
The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
Units
About 260
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The recalled lighters are black with a chrome finished flame guard and a red gas control lever on the top. They are about six inches high and 1 3/8" in diameter and "TAIWAN" is imprinted on the chrome metal bottom. A half-inch metal screw facing back serves as an ignition button.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
Contact
For more information, contact Micro-Mark toll free at (888) 263-7076 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Product
Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Distributed by
Micro-Mark, of Berkeley Heights, N. J.
Retailers
The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →