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Fire / OverheatingOctober 6, 2022CPSC #23004

Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Ranges & Ovens
Units affected
1,100
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner Stoves. "Optimus" is printed on the side. The stoves are black metal with silver top burner surfaces, measure about 12 inches long and 4 inches wide and can be used with isobutane-propane fuels. The recalled stoves have the following serial number range RG000001 through RG006788 and RG023004 through RG023323. The serial number is printed on the black connector to the gas canister.

Hazard

The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Romania

Where it was sold

  • Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178.

Photos

Recalled Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner StoveSerial number location printed on the black connector to the gas canister
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