A malfunctioning switch poses the risk of a fire
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Texsport of Houston, Texas, is recalling about 325 Cedar Lake propane heater/cookers.
The regulator on the heater/cooker malfunctions when a user switches from a cooking to heating option, or vice versa, the gas propane turns to liquid, which can flare easily and pose a fire hazard. There was one incident of fire reported, but no injuries.
The dual use heater/cooker consists of a single large ceramic burner with a metal stand. It measures 9 inches by 10.25 inches by 4.5 inches. It has a fitting below the burner for a propane bottle of either 16.4 oz. or 14.1 oz. sizes. The heater/cooker comes with a hose and regulator for connecting the propane bottle. The heater/cooker’s product number #14219 is printed on the packaging
The heater/cooker, manufactured in China, was sold at various sporting goods, outdoor and Army/Navy stores nationwide and online from May 2012 to February 2013 for about $37.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company for information about how to return the product and receive a full refund.
Consumers may contact Texsport at (800) 231-1402 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.