May
2, 2001
Tools
Exchange Inc., of Lynwood, Calif., is recalling about 5,300 novelty cigarette
lighters. The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by
federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn
hazards.
The
lighters have two brand names:
The
"Hotery Pocke Torch" comes in various colors, including red and
green, and is shaped like a fire extinguisher. It is a butane-fueled,
torch-style lighter with a black plastic cap that fits over the flame port and
ignition switch. "HOTERY POCKE TORCH" is written on one side of the
lighter, "Made in Taiwan" is written on a sticker on the other side,
and "PT-16" is printed on the cap. The cap is attached to the
lighter's body by a linked metal chain. These lighters were sold nationwide
from January 2000 through December 2000 for about $7.
The
"Pocket Torch" comes in red and dark gray, and is shaped like a fire
hydrant. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black cap that fits
over the flame port and ignition switch. The words "Fire Plug" appear
in red inside of a black disk on both sides of the lighter. The cap is attached
to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain. These lighters were sold
nationwide from January 1999 to October 2000 for about $7.
Consumers
should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where
purchased for a refund. For more information, call Tools Exchange collect at
(310) 604-4444 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.