CPSC2007-01-25
TAC LLC Recalls "Erie Boiler Boss" Boiler Controls for Scald Hazard
TAC LLC, of Loves Park, Ill. (formerly Invensys Building Systems)
Hazard
These boiler controls can fail, causing water temperature to rise to the high temperature limit. Should the high temperature thermostat or external safety limit devices also fail, consumers could suffer scalds from unexpectedly hot water during use or system piping damage can result.
Remedy
Consumers should contact TAC to receive instructions on how to participate in the recall and obtain a free replacement control.
Sold at
TAC wholesalers, independent field offices and original equipment manufacturers nationwide. The controls for the 2400 model were sold from February 1998 through June 2005, and the controls for the 1200 model were sold from July 1999 through November 2006 for between $550 and $650.
Affected count
About 850
Injuries reported
TAC is aware of 17 incidents where the boiler control reportedly failed. One incident of system pipe damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Erie Boiler Boss Operating and Reset Controls
Consumer contact
Contact TAC toll-free at (866) 692-1110 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tac.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/TAC-LLC-Recalls-Erie-Boiler-Boss-Boiler-Controls-for-Scald-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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