CPSC, BRK Announce Recall of First Alert Fire Extinguishers

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Only First Alert model FE1A10G with serial numbers beginning with: RH, RK, RL, RP, RT, RU, or RW are included in this recall. The serial number is located on the extinguisher's label, above the model number in a rectangular box. "First Alert" is written on the units' label and pressure gauge. The fire extinguishers are either red or white.

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CPSC — consumer recall notices
Location
US
units
["About 600,000"]
hazards
["The extinguishers can fail to discharge when the trigger is activated, failing to put out a fire, which puts consumers at risk of fire-related injuries."]
products
["First Alert fire extinguishers"]
remedies
["Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers should contact First Alert to receive a coupon for a new extinguisher."]
manufacturer
["BRK Brands Inc., of Aurora, Ill."]
recall number
00188
consumer contact
Consumers with recalled fire extinguishers may contact First Alert at (866) 669-2736 anytime or visit the First Alert website at http://www.firstalert.com/more_information/index.htm
freshness minutes
180
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