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Kovar Windproof Camping Stove safety warning over a burns risk
Product Safety Report for Kovar Windproof Camping Stove presenting a risk of burns.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Kovar Windproof Camping Stove
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 5070505306063
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- K-203
What to do now
Kovar Windproof Camping Stove could cause burns or scalds.
- Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it.
- Put it where children cannot get to it.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
Why it matters. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- for a burn: cool it under cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes and cover it loosely with cling film
Get help urgently
- large or deep burns, burns on the face, hands or genitals, or any burn on a child — go to A&E or call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2610-0157). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Kovar Windproof Camping Stove presenting a risk of burns.
The risk
The product presents a risk of burns because the burner produces a large and uncontrolled flame, even when operated on the lowest flame setting. This could result in the user receiving burns. Improvements are also required to the product labelling, marking and instructions.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/426.
Action taken
The product has been withdrawn from the market and destroyed by S&S Cash and Carry.
Advice to consumers
The product has been withdrawn from the market and destroyed by S&S Cash and Carry.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the retailer/supplier for a replacement or refund.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2610-0157
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Portable gas camping stove.
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Questions
Why has Kovar Windproof Camping Stove been reported?
Kovar Windproof Camping Stove could cause burns or scalds. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it. Put it where children cannot get to it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
