CPSC, C & A Scientific Co. Announce Recall of Metal Alcohol Burners
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The hazard
Alcohol can leak from defective soldering around the burner's copper tubing that acts as a wick, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Incidents reported: C & A Scientific has received 12 reports of incidents involving leaks from the soldering around the copper tubing on the burner's lid. One student received a minor burn to the hand.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the recalled metal alcohol burners immediately and return them to place of purchase for replacement or refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact C & A Scientific toll-free at (800) 681-6886 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
About this recall
The metal alcohol burner consists of a stainless steel tank with a screw-on steel lid. A copper tubing wick in the shape of a loop is soldered on the top of the burner's lid. The burner and lid measure 3 inches in diameter by 3½ inches high. The burner also has a separate metal top, which fits over the copper wick to act as a snuffer, and a metal heat shield designed to sit on top of the lid. Item number 97-5320 is printed on the burner's packaging.
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