ARGOS shoppers who've recently bought an e-cigarette should check which model they have as six have been recalled amid fears they could overheat and cause fires.

The retailer says the problem is that an external battery provided isn't compatible with the e-cigarettes.

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It adds that this means the battery could overheat and injure users.

E-cigarettes overheating while being charged can also be a fire risk, according to charity Electrical Safety First.

The affected e-cigarettes are certain models made by Smok and Innokin although Argos says the batteries weren't supplied by these manufacturers.

If you've got one of the affected e-cigarettes you should stop using it immediately and return it to Argos for a full refund.

Which e-cigarettes are being recalled? THE e-cigarettes Argos is recalling are as follows: Smok X Priv kit black and red - 7395615

Smok Mag kit 220 black prism - 8143639

Smok X Priv kit chrome - 8638151

Innokin Proton kit rainbow - 8647661

Smok Mag kit black and red - 8651592

Innokin Proton kit black - 8652175

The e-cigarettes cost £79.99.

Argos adds that concerned shoppers can also contact it on 0800 0113462.

Around 2.8million people vape, according to the latest Office for National Statistics data.

But it's not the first time Argos has recalled e-cigarettes. Last year it recalled Vype e-cigarettes also over fears they could catch fire.

How to charge your vape safely FOLLOW charity Electrical Safety First's tips to stay safe when charging your e-cigarette: Follow the provided instructions carefully – battery capacities and charging voltages vary according to manufacturer so it’s important to check you are using the correct charger.

Pay close attention to any warnings supplied with the product. Over-tightening of the screwed connection to the rechargeable battery, for example, can cause mechanical damage which can in turn create heat problems, product failure or even injury.

Ensure that vapes are not left charging for long periods of time.

Never leave e-cigarettes plugged in overnight or while you are out of the house.

Look out for the CE mark that indicates chargers comply with European Safety standards.

Never keep loose e-cigarette batteries in your pocket, particularly next to keys or coins - they are more likely to cause fire.

More product recalls SOCK WARNING Matalan recalls pom pom socks over fears kids could choke on them URGENT RECALL Greggs recalls steak bakes sold in Iceland over fears they contain plastic URGENT RECALL Spar recalls its paella over fears it could cause allergic reactions URGENT RECALL Eat Natural recalls fruit and nut bars over fears they contain salmonella URGENT RECALL Lidl recalls muesli bar due to salmonella risk 'prolific' faults Which? calls for 7 popular cars including Nissans and BMWs to be recalled

Meanwhile, earlier this year Apple recalled UK plugs over fears they could cause electrical shocks.

And almost 80,000 HP laptops were recalled in March due to fears the battery could overheat and cause fires.

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