mrsswordfisherman Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 Public warning on portable butane ‘lunchbox’ cookers 4 March 2015 NSW Fair Trading Commissioner Rod Stowe is warning consumers not to buy portable butane ‘lunchbox’ type cookers due to safety issues, including overheating. “We recommend consumers do not buy portable cookers of this type,” Mr Stowe said. “Compliance certification for all current models of ‘lunchbox’ type gas cookers has been suspended by the independent safety certifiers and cookers of this type can no longer be sold lawfully in NSW. “Up to 31 models of butane gas cookers have been withdrawn from sale as they do not meet Australian Standards. Retailers in NSW should no longer be stocking or selling these products. “Testing, undertaken at the request of NSW Fair Trading and other State gas regulators, has found a fault with the cookers’ shut-off valves, posing a risk that the devices may overheat and could explode. “These cookers are lightweight and portable and are popular for use in camping and caravanning. They are inexpensive and commonly sell for between $15 and $30.” Mr Stowe said consumers who have purchased cookers should refrain from using them. “If these products malfunction they can potentially cause serious injuries and I’d encourage people to stop using them,” he said. “The cookers should be disposed of in a safe manner, with the butane cylinders disposed of through an appropriate community waste or recycling centre. “Consumers who have purchased a non-compliant gas cooker and have proof of the purchase should return the product to their retailer and seek a refund of the full purchase price as soon as possible. “Fair Trading is continuing to work with retailers, manufacturers and other states to ensure products are removed from shelves. “I’d encourage consumers to notify NSW Fair Trading if they see any devices of this type being sold within stores or by NSW retailers.” For consumer safety information and advice visit the NSW Fair Trading website or phone the Call Centre on 13 32 20. Affected product names and model numbers, as at March 2015 are: Portable Butane Cookers (currently suspended) Model name Model number Home Essentials BDZ-168 Home Essentials BDZ-163S Red Stone N/A Bai Hui Portable Camping Stove N/A My Collection N/A Five Star MS-2000 Gasmate Plus MS-2000 Gasmate BC1080 Gasmaster BC1080 Jumbuck BC1080 Jackeroo BC1080 Excalibur BC1080 Unnamed model PC1070 Unnamed model PC2080 Unnamed model CM2200S Unnamed model CM2250 Unnamed model OZ2160 Unnamed model CM2270 print | close Public warning on portable butane ‘lunchbox’ cookers -... http://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/ftw/About_us/New... 1 of 2 5/03/2015 12:19 PM Unnamed model AD90 Adventuridge 509245 Companion COMP523 House Brand 509245 Kookaburra ST0990 Primus 2240 Primus 2271 Primus TLB-102L Red Desert 509230 Spinifex 7027612 Spinifex 90024574 Jackeroo PL-121 Above: Lunchbox cooker Back to Media releases Top of page Related information Product safety for business Gas safety Safe electrical goods Lodge a complaint Last Updated: 5 March 2015 Page URL: http://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/ftw/About_us/News_and_events/Media_releases/2015_media_releases /20150304_public_warning_on_portable_butane.page This information must not be relied on as legal advice. For more information about this topic, refer to the appropriate legislation. © State of New South Wales through NSW Fair Trading. You may freely copy, distribute, display or download this information with some important restrictions. See NSW Fair Trading’s copyright policy at www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au Public warning on portable butane ‘lunchbox’ cookers -... http://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/ftw/About_us/New... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linc Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 This is horrible news, I just sold my portable gas bbq and gas bottle at a garage sale coz I love my 'lunchbox cooker' so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyNurse Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Could they not be retrofitted with a an upgraded shut off valve, or swapped out for a new one fitted with the same, for free by the manufacturer / retaile? I suppose the cost of retrofitting would be prohibitive, but an upgraded repalcement would be do-able. Pity, as reading through the reviews on these units, people seem to really treasure them at the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linc Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 I'd be willing to pay more for one if i had to, for me it is the convenience more than the price. What else will i use to bbq snags on the deck of my 4.3m runabout? ☺ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overdraft Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 My portable gas cooker got buried at sea when it caught fire 40kms off port hacking. The worst part was the chicken kababs weren't completely cooked!! We have since upgraded to a good quality 2 burner and a 2 kg gas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linc Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 My portable gas cooker got buried at sea when it caught fire 40kms off port hacking. The worst part was the chicken kababs weren't completely cooked!! We have since upgraded to a good quality 2 burner and a 2 kg gas Should have sued to makers for the pain you suffered as a result of the hunger on that trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce the Postie Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 I just checked all the numbers on mine and it looks like mine may have been made before it all went to poo . So am I good to go or is that a no no . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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