CPSC2008-02-21
Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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Hazard
A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.
Sold at
Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and $1,900.
Affected count
About 52,000
Injuries reported
Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Japan
Products
Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Rinnai toll-free at (866) 746-8344 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.wallfurnacerecall.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Rinnai-Recalls-Wall-Furnaces-Due-to-Carbon-Monoxide-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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