CPSC2002-08-15
CPSC, Cavagna North America Inc., Announce Recall of Safety Relief Valves for Large Propane Tanks
Omeca, of Brescia, Italy
Hazard
The recalled valves can have sharp internal edges that can cut into gasket seals in the valves, causing a propane gas leak. This poses a risk of fire or burn injuries.
Remedy
LP distributors, LP tank owners and propane gas users with recalled valves should immediately contact Cavagna to schedule an appointment, to have the safety relief valve replaced at no charge.
Sold at
The valves were sold to propane processors and distributors nationwide, from May 1999 through May 2002, for between $10 and $15.
Affected count
About 6,100
Injuries reported
Cavagna has received 18 reports of leaking valves. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Italy
Products
Safety Relief Valves
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Cavagna toll-free at (866) 422-8246 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Cavagna-North-America-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Safety-Relief-Valves-for-Large-Propane-Tanks-Don't want to check this manually?
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