CPSC2005-08-02
CPSC, DESA Heating Products Announce Recall of Compact Gas Fireplaces
DESA Heating Products, of Bowling Green, Ky.
Hazard
The burner tube connection to the gas valve can leak gas when the main burner is on. This leaking gas can ignite, causing a minor flare-up, which could cause nearby combustibles to ignite.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using this fireplace immediately and contact your retailer to schedule a free repair. If consumers have any questions concerning this recall, they should contact their local retailer or DESA.
Sold at
Hearth shops, central heat and air conditioning retailers and gas suppliers nationwide, from April 2004 through June 2005, for between $639 and $912.
Affected count
534
Injuries reported
DESA has received one report of a minor flare-up of the fireplace. DESA has received no reports of personal injury or property damage.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
"Vanguard" and "FMI" Compact Fireplaces
Consumer contact
Contact DESA toll-free at (866) 279-3225 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the DESA Web site at www.desatech.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-DESA-Heating-Products-Announce-Recall-of-Compact-Gas-FireplacesDon't want to check this manually?
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