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U.S. CPSC May 25, 2011 |
Fire It Up Safely: CPSC Recommends Safety Check Before Grilling This Summer The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urges consumers to check their grills and "fire it up safely" to prevent fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. |
AskMen.com James Raiswell |
2007 Grills A guide to some of the best grills of 2007. |
Inc. August 2007 Ryan Underwood |
Craves: Playing With Fire Here is a sample of the best backyard grills. |
U.S. CPSC March 10, 2004 |
Char-Broil� Recall of Gas Grills to Replace Temperature Gauges If moisture gets inside the temperature gauge, the glass cover on the gauge can break, posing a risk of injury to people nearby. |
U.S. CPSC September 13, 2006 |
John Deere Gas Barbecue Grills Recalled Due to Fire, Burn Hazards Operating the grill in windy conditions can blow the flame under the control panel, causing the grill to overheat or cause flashbacks. Flames could damage the hose that supplies gas to the burner, causing an uncontrolled flame. |
U.S. CPSC June 1, 2006 |
Nexgrill Industries Gas Grills Recalled Due to Fire Hazard If the hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold runs up too close to the firebox, the heat can cause the hose to detach from the burner manifold, causing a gas leak and a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC August 24, 2005 |
Nexgrill Industries Inc. Recall of Outdoor Gas Grills A hose connecting the natural gas source to the grill's main manifold may not have been supplied with these grills. Without this hose, the gas would be emitted into the air, creating a potential fire hazard. Consumers should not use the grill until the main burner hose is provided. |
U.S. CPSC May 24, 2002 |
Hazardous Red Devil Gas Grills In some earlier grills, the heat produced by lighting the grill at the air intake tube damaged the plastic support piece, and caused the grill to fall to the ground. When it collapses, flames from the grill can burn nearby consumers and ignite surrounding combustibles. |
U.S. CPSC September 8, 2005 |
Nexgrill Industries Recall to Repair Gas Grills Sold Exclusively At Home Depot The hose connecting the propane tank with the manifold can run up too close to the firebox. The heat from the firebox can damage the hose, causing it to leak gas. The release of gas creates a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage. |
Popular Mechanics June 2009 |
The Ultimate Guide For Summer Grilling The tools you'll need, and tips on using them. |
Inc. July 2005 Larry Olmstead |
Summer Scorcher The new Viking Outdoor Range is a powerful grill that has it all, including a full gas oven. |
U.S. CPSC October 8, 2002 |
Value City Recalls Red Devil Gas Grills The product's design allows consumers to light the grill at an air intake tube, instead of at the burner. Though the grill appears to function normally, gas inside the air intake tube ignites. The tube can reach temperatures of up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit and present a burn hazard. |
This Old House Katelin Hill |
Genius Grilling Shortcuts Show everyone who the master of the grill is with these clever tricks. |
U.S. CPSC July 19, 2002 |
Recall of Red Devil Gas Grills Sold at Wal-Mart The product's design allows consumers to light the grill at an air intake tube, instead of at the burner. Though the grill appears to function normally, gas inside the tube ignites. The tube can reach temperatures of up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit and present a burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC February 23, 2006 |
Barbeques Galore Inc. Recalls Gas Grills Posing Risk of Gas Leaks, Fires The grills have faulty regulators that can release too much gas to the burner causing an excessive burner flame. This also poses a risk of gas leaks, fires and explosions if an ignition source is present. |
U.S. CPSC March 22, 2002 |
Safer Propane Tank for Barbecue Grills Helps to Avoid Gas Leaks All propane gas tanks sold to consumers for barbecue grills must have a new safety device. The over-fill prevention device will help to avoid propane leaks that can cause fires and explosions... |
U.S. CPSC October 22, 2008 |
Fiesta Recalls to Inspect and Repair Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The gas grills can be assembled improperly exposing the gas burner hoses to excessive heat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
AskMen.com Sabrina Rogers |
A Guide To Gourmet Grilling If you really want to impress your guests this summer, it's time to step into the realm of gourmet grilling. |
U.S. CPSC April 15, 2003 |
BJ's Wholesale Club Recall of Red Devil Gas Grills The product's design allows consumers to light the grill at an air intake tube, instead of at the burner. Though the grill appears to function normally, gas inside the air intake tube ignites. The tube can reach temperatures of up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit and present a burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC May 3, 2007 |
Sagittarius Sporting Goods Recalls Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores for Fire, Burn Hazards Some of these grills could be missing a hose that connects the grill manifold to the side burner, which poses a risk of fires and burn injuries to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC July 21, 2009 |
Fiesta Recalls to Repair Gas Grills Due to Fire, Burn Hazards The hose of the gas tank can get too close to the firebox and be exposed to heat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC January 12, 2007 |
Nexgrill Industries Inc. to Pay $300,000 Civil Penalty for Failure to Report Hazardous Gas Grills The Nexgrill Gas Grill Model 720-0025 was found to have a defect with the fuel hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold that could lead to a gas leak and/or fire hazard, which could in injury and property damage |
U.S. CPSC March 6, 2007 |
Weber-Stephen Products Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire Hazard The gas hose attached to the side burner of the grill can crack or break off during shipping, causing it to leak gas when in use, which poses a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC November 10, 2004 |
CFM Corporation Recall to Repair Vermont Castings Five-Burner Barbeque Grills Reason: Gas leak and fire hazard. The burner tubes may not fit fully into the gas valves. If a consumer pulls on the console, the metal may flex and the gas valves may disconnect from the burners, releasing gas and creating a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage. |
U.S. CPSC January 6, 2010 |
Sagittarius Sporting Goods Recalls Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The flexible rubber hose on the LP gas tank can come into contact with burner box, causing the hose to melt and rupture when the grill is lit. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC November 18, 2009 |
Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Recall of Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores The burners can deteriorate causing irregular flames and the lids of some models can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to the consumer. |
Popular Mechanics December 2008 Roy Berendsohn |
How Your Heating System Works: A Primer Regardless of what prompts you to take a second look at your house's heating system, or perhaps the first look, you do need to be conversant with what makes it tick. Here are the basics. |
U.S. CPSC September 13, 2005 |
The Brinkmann Corporation Recall to Repair Gas Grills The regulators on these gas grills, the component that controls the amount of gas released to the burner, could leak gas when attached to certain liquid propane tanks. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries. |
U.S. CPSC September 10, 2003 |
Gas Grills Recalled by Weber-Stephen Products The glass cover and components on the grill's thermometer can break, posing a risk of injury to the user or those nearby. |
U.S. CPSC May 1, 2007 |
Char-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Big Lots Stores Due to Fire, Burn Hazard The recalled grills could have an incorrect heat shield that does not fit the grills. Without the correct heat shield, the propane tank, hose, and regulator could overheat and damage these components, presenting a risk of fire. |
U.S. CPSC May 22, 2008 |
Char-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Mills Fleet Farm Stores Due to Fire, Burn Hazard On the recalled grills, the main burner does not fit correctly and does not connect properly to the gas valve which could result in a propane leak. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC December 20, 2005 |
Meco Corp. Recall to Repair Gas Grills The regulators on these gas grills can leak propane when the propane cylinder is connected and open, and the grill is not in use. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries. |
Popular Mechanics May 2008 Brian Lisi |
4 Expert Steps (and New Grills) to Your Best BBQ Cookout Ever The keys to good grilling are indirect grilling, radiant heat, sear marks and coal control -- and there's a perfect grill for each one of these. |
U.S. CPSC September 25, 2003 |
LP-Gas Regulators Used on Gas Grills Recalled by Marshall Gas Controls Some of these regulators were assembled with an undersized seat disc that could become dislodged and leak propane gas. Propane gas is highly flammable and could ignite causing a fire or explosion. Consumers should immediately close the valve on the service cylinder if LP-Gas leakage is detected. |
U.S. CPSC July 19, 2002 |
Flat Rock Grill Recall of Gas Grills The glass casing of the thermometer displays attached to these grills can break or shatter, posing a risk of cuts or other serious injuries to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC October 21, 2004 |
Nexgrill Industries Recall of Gas Grills to Replace Gas Pressure Regulator (On/Off Gauge) As consumers adjust the gas pressure regulator (on/off gauge) leading to the propane cylinder, the label on the valve can become positioned in such a manner that it is difficult to read. This can cause consumers to inadvertently leave the gas valve on, posing a fire hazard. |
AskMen.com May 31, 2002 Gregory Cartier |
The Backyard Barbecue Guide With the weather warming up and the sun putting in a more consistent appearance for those of us who live in a four-season environment, the barbecue is a rare and sacred ritual... |
U.S. CPSC January 27, 2004 |
SCG Miyairi Recall of Liquid Propane Overfill Protection Devices Liquid propane can leak out of the cylinder and cause the gas regulator valve to freeze. When the regulator valve thaws, if it has not been turned off, gas will flow to the grill. The resulting build-up of gas in the grill can pose a serious fire hazard to consumers. |
The Family Room November 2000 Cheri Sicard |
Grilling a Turkey Grilling a turkey makes good sense for busy cooks, especially if you're dealing with a small space kitchen. With the turkey cooking merrily away on the grill, the oven is free for other chores such as cooking large pans of dressing, side dishes or even home baked pies... |
U.S. CPSC August 7, 2008 |
Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Recall of Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores The cooking chamber of the gas grill can melt and/or ignite, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries to consumers. |
Outside June 2007 Gordy Megroz |
To Build a Fire Gas grills may get the prime floor space at Home Depot, but for backyard gourmands, nothing beats the warm glow of charcoal |
U.S. CPSC September 25, 2003 |
Gas Grills Recalled by Grand Hall Enterprise The bottom edge on the front control panel is sharp and can cause lacerations to the hands. |
Outside June 2008 Steven Rinella |
You're Gonna Want Light a grill and he will come: the know-it-all meat expert - usually a male relative - with dubious advice. To help you silence such goons, here are some of the best cooking philosophies. Learn them and defeat all comers. |
U.S. CPSC October 31, 2006 |
Cobb America Inc. Warns Charcoal Grill Purchasers of CO Hazard Contrary to the website, recipe book and promotional video, this grill, like all charcoal grills, emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoors. |
U.S. CPSC December 10, 2009 |
JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
This Old House Fran J. Donegan |
Outdoor Kitchens Why run back and forth to the house when you can move everything you need outside? Here are some of the basics for building an outdoor kitchen. |
U.S. CPSC February 19, 2004 |
Grand Hall Recall of Gas Grills to Repair Temperature Gauges If moisture gets inside the temperature gauge, the glass cover on the gauge can break, posing a risk of injury to people nearby. |
Popular Mechanics January 6, 2009 |
Cheap Homemade Remedies to Clean Home Appliances How to remove caked-on dirt and more from the the grill, the microwave, the dishwasher, glass shower doors and other challenging surfaces. |
Popular Mechanics November 2008 Roy Berendsohn |
Keep Rodents Out of Your Grill: Winter DIY Tip Here's one way to keep squirrels, mice and other pests from nibbling into your outdoor kitchen. |
U.S. CPSC August 21, 2003 |
CFM Keanall Recall of Gas Grills Certain wind conditions blowing at these grills can cause overheating or flashbacks under the control panel. Flames could damage the hose that supplies gas to the burner, causing an uncontrolled flame. Also, flames could come in contact with user's hands, resulting in burns. |