CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2010/11660r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 22, 2010

Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.

Contact Information

For additional information, call Katadyn at (800) 755-6701 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also register for the recall on the firm's website at www.optimusstoves.com/us/

Recall Details

Sold At
Specialty outdoor and sporting goods retailers in the United States and Canada and on the Internet from January 2009 through September 2010 for between $150 and $180. The pumps and spare parts kits were also sold separately for between $15 and $50.
Injuries
There are 70 reports of incidents involving the stove's fuel line leaking or damage to O-rings. No injuries or fires have been reported.
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
11047

Product Information

Product Name
Camping Stoves and Equipment
Product Type
Camping Equipment
Number of Units
About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
Imported By
Katadyn North America Inc. of Minneapolis, Minn.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 755-6701
Website www.optimusstoves.com/us/
Full Contact Information

For additional information, call Katadyn at (800) 755-6701 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also register for the recall on the firm's website at www.optimusstoves.com/us/