PRA number
2020/18315
Published date
Product description
A small, portable butane burner appliance that can screw onto a portable butane canister.
The product is designed with a screw thread for attachment and 3 folding legs on which to place a small cooking vessel such as a pot.
The product is for use when hiking or camping in the wilderness.
The product is designed with a screw thread for attachment and 3 folding legs on which to place a small cooking vessel such as a pot.
The product is for use when hiking or camping in the wilderness.
What are the defects?
The product does not meet the required gas safety standard. The threaded component may be difficult to connect to the butane canister.
What are the hazards?
Gas can leak for longer than the expected short burst when screwing the product onto the canister. If this occurs near an ignition source, the released flammable gas may ignite resulting in a fire or serious illness, injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Customers must stop using the product immediately and return it to their nearest Macpac retail store for a full refund. In addition to a refund, Macpac is offering customers a $20 store voucher upon returning the product.
For further information, consumers can contact Macpac Australia on 1800 325 215 or email customerservice@macpac.com.au or go to https://www.macpac.com.au/product-recall.html
For further information, consumers can contact Macpac Australia on 1800 325 215 or email customerservice@macpac.com.au or go to https://www.macpac.com.au/product-recall.html
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Resources Safety & Health Queensland is the responsible regulator for this recall.