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CPSC, The Penray Companies Inc. Announce Recall of Starting Fluid

Recalled August 17, 2000 · CPSC recall 00165 · The Penray

Recalled Penray, Super-X, and Service Pro cans of starting fluid
Hazard
The starting fluid is extremely flammable and the leaking fluid poses a fire hazard. Direct contact with the product also can irritate the consumer's eyes and skin.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled starting fluid immediately. Place it in a well-ventilated area away from sparks or flames. Consumers should call Penray for information on how to dispose of these cans, and how to get a refund.
Units
About 113,000
Incidents / injuries
Penray has received three reports of cans of the starting fluid leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled starting fluid was sold under the Penray, Super-X and Service Pro brand names in 10.1 ounce cans. The recalled cans have a number printed on the dome of the can ranging from 9305 through 9365. For consumers who purchased the starting fluid by the case, the production date is written on the side of the case. The cans are mostly black with white and red writing and black plastic caps.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled starting fluid immediately. Place it in a well-ventilated area away from sparks or flames. Consumers should call Penray for information on how to dispose of these cans, and how to get a refund.

Contact

Consumers should call Penray toll-free at (800) 323-6329 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Product
Penray, Super-X, and Service Pro cans of starting fluid
Manufacturer(s)
The Penray Companies Inc., of Wheeling, Ill.
Retailers
Automobile repair and rebuild shops sold the starting fluid nationwide, from November 1999 through August 2000, for $2 to $3.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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