Portable butane cookers withdrawn from sale in NSW

[Swogjb]

Aren't these butane cookers meant to be withdrawn from sale.

Mitre 10 have them on page 14 of the latest catalogue

Handy little cooker for 30 bucks

[JRABS]

Hi all, looks like some people still can't use them properly. This was near Mackay over Easter.

http://www.dailymercury.com.au/news/explosion-shocked-camp/2597128/

[oldmate]

Used mine all weekend.

[scarpsD40]

Used my selfie stick all weekend.

fixed it

[oldmate]

 

fixed it

 

[Pog]

Hi all, looks like some people still can't use them properly. This was near Mackay over Easter.

http://www.dailymercury.com.au/news/explosion-shocked-camp/2597128/

I have no idea what the 2nd half of the article has to do with the 1st half...

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services central Queensland assistant commissioner Ewan Cayzer said all campers should take extra precaution at this time of year and be aware of fire dangers.
"The biggest risk is open fires have to be well maintained and prepared correctly. And have water nearby to put it out," he said.
"Things such as hoses can perish over time so all equipment should be checked whenever people go camping."
He said campers had an extra responsibility if they camped in an isolated spot.
"People need to be aware of where they are, and be ready to give clear instructions for emergency response (teams)," Assistant Commissioner Cayzer said."Preferably they would have a GPS and be able to give coordinates."

Its like as if the "Journalist" thought we better get an opinion from the Fire Service, and they rabbited on about 'open fires' - Which this was not...

[KingBilly]

I have no idea what the 2nd half of the article has to do with the 1st half...

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services central Queensland assistant commissioner Ewan Cayzer said all campers should take extra precaution at this time of year and be aware of fire dangers.
"The biggest risk is open fires have to be well maintained and prepared correctly. And have water nearby to put it out," he said.
"Things such as hoses can perish over time so all equipment should be checked whenever people go camping."
He said campers had an extra responsibility if they camped in an isolated spot.
"People need to be aware of where they are, and be ready to give clear instructions for emergency response (teams)," Assistant Commissioner Cayzer said."Preferably they would have a GPS and be able to give coordinates."

Its like as if the "Journalist" thought we better get an opinion from the Fire Service, and they rabbited on about 'open fires' - Which this was not...

I read the press release and thought the same  .  Way off track from butane cookers 

KB

[Hairs]

Used mine all weekend.

Yep, same here.
 

[Topender]

Yep, same here.
 

And I'll continue using mine for the next week and a half 

[oldmate]

You wearing a helmet and bomb squad gear I hope

[KingBilly]

You guys, just living on the edge 

KB

[oldmate]

Only way to live!

[scarpsD40]

Only way to live!

next thing you know they'll be banning selfie sticks!  Afterall some of the pics that get taken with them could scare the gas out of a butane cannister.........

[Bad Scott]

next thing you know they'll be banning selfie sticks!  Afterall some of the pics that get taken with them could scare the gas out of a butane cannister.........

Have you got a selfie stick scarps?

[scarpsD40]

Have you got a selfie stick scarps?

no, you've seen my inability to pose for photo's, but I know someone who does;D

[oldmate]

You don't know them, they just let you think you know them 

[scarpsD40]

You don't know them, they just let you think you know them 

ok,ok, we don't talk about him then

[oldmate]

ok,ok, we don't talk about him then

See. Now your on it

[alnjan]

Would appear the recalls have started

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/item.phtml?itemId=1069342&nodeId=387ef8cd84964d488419f1ab036261e7&fn=Product%20Safety%20Recall%20Notice%20-%20Twin%20Portable%20Butane%20Cookers%20-%20updated.pdf&hc_location=ufi

Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd is undertaking a voluntary recall of the Twin Portable
Butane Cookers – Model No’s. Buy Right - MPC2070, Gasmate PC2075 and PC2080
with a date of manufacture from 48/13 on the data label located on the rear of the
product.
Defect: The overpressure safety device may not shut off gas to the burner if the
butane cartridge canister is overheated. In addition, the risk of overheating
increases if the product is not used according the manufacturer's specifications.
Hazard: If the defect occurs, there is a risk of explosion and fire.
What to Do: Consumers should stop using the product immediately. A replacement
unit is currently being tested and finalised and will be ready in short order.
Consumers can register to receive a replacement unit or they can contact Sitro
Group Australia to discuss an alternative remedy. For further information, please
call Sitro Customer Service Line on 1300 174 876 or Email:
productsafety@sitro.com.au.
Sitro Group Australia is recalling the product to ensure the safety of our customers
as an ongoing commitment to maintain the highest possible standards of safety
and product quality at all times

[sweetpea]

Is it only the twin that has been recalled?

S.

[alnjan]

Is it only the twin that has been recalled?

S.

That's the way it reads to me.  Only the twin

[#jonesy]

ACCC have posted this

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1069239

3 different recally's are in effect at the moment

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/972000

Only problem is never keep receipts for these type of things!

[wakychapmans]

Only problem is never keep receipts for these type of things!

I've been lucky. I have a dual burner that we purchased from Ray's Outdoors almost two years ago. But no receipt.

However... it's been stored in its original "Wild Country" box. (Ray's house brand)

Phoned the Ray's at Castle Hill. No problem. No receipt means a shop credit only. Geez... whatever will I do with a store credit at a camping store...

[jetcrew]

So I see a list of BAD units to use.

Is there a specific brand that has been deemed SAFE to use ..

IE- one that is still for sale.

If there are no safe ones all good ..but if there are good ones they should be named as CLEAR to use ..then people might throw the old one out and spend $20 on a certifed safe one as its bloody hard finding a replacement cooking solution that is as easy to use and flexible. I,m trying to riht now and if there is a safe one of these i'll buy one.

Jet

[peterdeg]

For a recalled item, there where a heck of a lot of them on mega special at Rosehill last week.