CPSC2008-12-11
Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts Recalled by Wolf Steel Due to Laceration Hazard
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Hazard
Delayed ignition due to a build-up of propane gas can cause the insert's glass cover to break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Wolf Steel to receive a free repair kit.
Sold at
Authorized Napoleon fireplace hearth dealers nationwide from July 2002 through September 2008 for about $2,000.
Affected count
About 1,200
Injuries reported
Wolf Steel has received one report of a consumer who suffered minor lacerations when the glass cover shattered.
Manufactured in
Canada
Products
Napoleon Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Wolf Steel toll-free at (866) 539-2039 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.napoleonfireplaces.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Propane-Gas-Fireplace-Inserts-Recalled-by-Wolf-Steel-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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