Consumer experts have urged people to make sure that they know how their oven grill works, as misuse could lead to serious health risks.
The specialists at Which? say that people should familiarise themselves with their grill manual as some should never be used with a closed door.
This is because it may lead to a dangerous build up of carbon monoxide, which could lead to risk of serious injury or death.
People who have gas grills should make sure they know how it is supposed to function, and should also have a carbon monoxide detector in the kitchen.
This comes after the Office for Product Safety and Standards issued a warning about certain grills which cannot be used with the door closed.
Office for Product Safety and Standards Chief Executive Graham Russell said: "I urge consumers to ensure the door is always kept fully open when the grill is in operation and remind all consumers of the importance of following the safety instructions for their gas cookers.
"Glen Dimplex has issued this warning following instructions from OPSS. We will monitor their actions and hold them to account."
The brands that are manufactured by Glen Dimplex Home Appliances Ltd, and are thus affected by this warning, are:
- Belling
- Stoves
- New World
If you have one of these brands you should contact 0800 110 5728 or email consumersupport@glendimplex.com in order to confirm if their cooker is affected and to receive the latest advice.
A spokesperson for Glen Dimplex Home Appliances Ltd told Which? : "There is nothing wrong with the product if used correctly; with the grill door open, as detailed in the instruction manual.
"If used incorrectly i.e. with the grill door closed, there is potential risk of carbon monoxide build up which can cause serious injury or death."
Carbon monoxide alarm rules in Scotland
In Scotland it is a legal requirement to have a carbon monoxide detector in any room where you have a carbon-fuelled appliance.
This could include a gas oven grill, and is particularly important if you let a home as you could be taken to court by your tenant for failing to provide a carbon monoxide alarm.
The guidance states: "If you have a carbon-fuelled appliance – like a boiler, fire, heater or flue – in any room, you must also have a carbon monoxide detector in that room"
According to the guidance, a carbon monoxide alarm can be battery-operated, although it must have a sealed battery for the duration of its lifespan.
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