Warning
1997-03
Janurary 27, 1997
Turbojet windproof lighters fail safety tests
OTTAWA - Health Canada is warning consumers not to use Turbojet windproof lighters. Tests have shown that the lighters do not meet safety regulations as they can have sudden increases in flame height, may leak fuel, and may continue to burn for more than 4 seconds after the gas lever is released. There have been no reports of injuries.
The lighters were sold across Canada, and may still be offered for sale in some stores displayed on plastic trays marked Turbojet Flameless Lighters Briquets sans flammes. The lighters are refillable and come in metal casings of various plain or silver colours with an embossed design of a flying eagle or eagle head or a dragon on the body of the lighter. The lighters are marked "MADE IN CHINA".
Health Canada advises consumers to stop using these lighters immediately and dispose of them in accordance with local laws.
Parents are reminded to keep lighters and matches out of sight and reach of children. Consumers may contact the nearest Health Protection Branch regional office if they have any questions concerning this matter.
- Vancouver (604) 666-5003
- Burnaby (604) 666-5003
- Edmonton (403) 495-2626
- Calgary (403) 292-4677
- Saskatoon (306) 975-4502
- Winnipeg (204) 983-5490
- Scarborough (416) 973-4705
- Hamilton (905) 572-2845
- Montreal (514) 283-5488
- Sillery (418) 648-4327
- Moncton (506) 851-6638
- Dartmouth (902) 426-8300
- St. John's (709) 772-4050
Information:
Monique Renaud-Gagné/Michael O'Neill
Health Canada
(613) 957-1588
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