In May 2014, Rich Ingardia reported that he'd received 2nd & 3rd degree propane burns from his Oriflamme. Anyone else had any similar safety issues?
2018449
No one in our family has ever received any burns from our Oriflamme. Our teenagers light it by themselves when they have friends over in the fall and winter. The only issues we have had is sometimes the Oriflamme is very difficult to light. We haven't figured out if the problem lighting is a valve, a regulator, or a tank problem.
606972
I would suspect operator error. I have had no issue with the unit. Obviously safety must be observed when using. Not manufacturers issue
2008129
Haven't used it yet. Bought a shower tent we plan to use it in. RVs have propane gas stoves, refrigerator's etc. so I don't know why they would suggest not to use it. Probably just the corporate attorneys playing or safe.
1915415
This is a fuel burning appliance so carbon monoxide poisoning would be an issue. I wouldn't want to take the chance.
545203
I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose adaptor and connector (approx. $14)... Good luck!
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We used our Mr. Heater in a camp trailer, but my husband is a fireman and I work in the Safety field so we too had reservations about this heater. First we burned a complete bottle of propane so to burn off any "new" smell, which we did not notice any. We also did not notice any fumes during use, but we always have some sort of ventilation. It is not direct flame and has a guard over the front, and if tipped over, it could probably ignite items if left for more than a few seconds. I would definitely place it on a solid surface. The heat source maintained our 28' trailer in 20 degree temps at a comfortable level. Reviews I read indicated this heater was used by many in a tent. Kids just add another dimension. We used our Mr. Heater in a camp trailer, but my husband is a fireman and I work in the Safety field so we too had reservations about this heater. First we burned a complete bottle of propane so to burn off any "new" smell, which we did not notice any. We also did not notice any fumes during use, but we always have some sort of ventilation. It is not direct flame and has a guard over the front, and if tipped over, it could probably ignite items if left for more than a few seconds. I would definitely place it on a solid surface. The heat source maintained our 28' trailer in 20... » Read More We used our Mr. Heater in a camp trailer, but my husband is a fireman and I work in the Safety field so we too had reservations about this heater. First we burned a complete bottle of propane so to burn off any "new" smell, which we did not notice any. We also did not notice any fumes during use, but we always have some sort of ventilation. It is not direct flame and has a guard over the front, and if tipped over, it could probably ignite items if left for more than a few seconds. I would definitely place it on a solid surface. The heat source maintained our 28' trailer in 20 degree temps at a comfortable level. Reviews I read indicated this heater was used by many in a tent. Kids just add another dimension. « Show Less
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I use propane also. There was a decent coating of soot built up after seasoning the cooker.One run with no oil and one with a good coating of high temperature cooking spray. This is normal for all the grills and smokers I have ever used.
102738
I returned this stove to Amazon's Seller due to safety concerns, its poor construction (in my opinion), and a total lack of documentation, such as no User Manual being provided. I never hooked up any propane source to the Stove, so I cannot answer your exact question.
275375
Mine started a fire in itself. Dangerous. I would not suggest getting this one
1911726
Check with your gas company. Our propane company recommended one for safety.
1215035
Thank you for your question, Travis! And thank you Cory, Will, Jarris, and Julio for your quick responses and sharing your personal experience about the results you've experienced with Vintage Burn.Keep it Old School, everyone!
191038
I can't speak to the safety issue, but the quality of this stove is excellent. It is very well made and should last a long time if taken care of properly.
629857
Hi there!!! Well I could not find anything on the can that pertains to your issue, but I have used this product myself with no problems. If you contact NIOSH Corp. they could tell you more. Hope this helps in some way. steve
668827
I have bought several of these heating pads both for me and as gifts. Every person that I have given it to, loves it. I don't know about fire hazard, but I do know it is the best heating pad I have ever used.
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I personally use this item and can vouch for it. The only way this is a fire hazard is if people do not use it correctly. Yes there will be defective units, yes there may be accidents, but overall most fires started by these are caused by people who shouldn't even own pets. Putting a towel over this device or putting stuff around it is not smart at all and is in fact dangerous. The device itself as far as I have seen does not catch fire, and in fact does not produce enough heat TO catch on fire. I put blame on the users, not the item or manufacturer except in the case of defective units sold. Hope this was a reasonable answer. I love this product. UPDATE: Adding to my previous comment, it seems as though there was a curse on this company as a whole bunch of people got faulty devices, poor things. Mine is still working great, no shorts. Seems to me like there were assembly issues within the manufacturer building or they got some terribly made pieces to construct these with. I am only glad that mine was not one of the ill-fated defects!
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The one I bought did. Here are some things you should know about this torch.... If I let the flame go out, I cannot re-start it immediately. I have to wait till the nozzle cools off - very annoying. I hate tall propane bottles. They tip over too easily. I thought the holster would also stabilize the bottle when I wanted to set it on the floor or a table. But the holster is all fabric except for a small metal loop at the bottom. Not enough surface area stabilize a tall propane bottle. And the hose is too short to reach from a bottle on the floor to pipes running at eye level. The short squat Coleman bottles are a little more stable, but for some reason, I had problems running the torch with them. It sputtered and blew out again and again. I discussed this with Worthington tech support (the company who bought out Berzomatic). They don't recommend the fat bottles. Never fully explained why they don't work. The holster has a tube that is supposed to be used to stow the torch, after use. But I don't want to put a hot torch nozzle into this tube, because there is fabric at the bottom of the tube. Potential fire hazzard? The manual says nothing about it. But I refuse to take that risk. Who wants a propane cylinder wrapped in a flaming holster clipped to their belt? So when you finish using the torch, what do you do with the hot nozzle?
1250209
This is a propane stove and a joy to use. The only problem I've had was the safety valve in the hose was tripping and would allow almost no gas to go through. It was largely due to living in a higher altitude which makes them trip more easily. Open your propane tank valve slowly to avoid this problem.
545204
I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose adaptor and connector (approx. $14)... Good luck! I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose... » Read More I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose adaptor and connector (approx. $14)... Good luck! « Show Less