Jetboil Stove Recall

Posted by Dan Middleton on 08/01/2009

Certain Jetboil stoves have been recalled by the UK Distributor, Lyon Equipment because of problems with the valve. Owners of affected stoves are requested to return them to their retailer for replacement with a new stove.

A new style of valve introduced into the production of the Personal Cooking System (PCS) and Group Cooking System (GCS) has had problems reported with it, leading to gas leakage. Although no damage or accidents have been reported as a result of this, nevertheless Lyon Equipment (the UK distributor) has decided to recall and replace any affected stoves. To find out which stoves are affected (new style valves only), and how to get a replacement, go to

http://www.lyon.co.uk/news/important-product-recall.html

or contact Lyon Equipment After Sales on 015396 26260 or helpdesk@lyon.co.uk

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