OFT warns some fire extinguishers are faulty

Be careful if you have a Kiddle fire extinguisher, warns the Office of Fair Trading.

The OFT is warning Island residents if they have a certain model of the extinguisher, it may not work properly in an emergency.

If in doubt, you can locate the model number printed on the item; those listed below may be at risk:

Push-Button Pindicator Fire Extinguisher - Model Numbers:-

KK2

100D

M5P

M5PM

210D

AUTO 5FX

Plastic Handle Fire Extinguisher - Model Numbers:-

H110G

FA110G

M110G

FC110

FS110

M110GM

The Office says if you have one of those listed above, you can visit their website www.kiddesafetyeuroperecall.com or call 0800 088 5513 to request a free replacement fire extinguisher and for instructions on returning the recalled unit.