CPSC2015-08-14
Trane and American Standard Recall Accessory Heaters Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Trane U.S. Inc., of Tyler, Texas
Hazard
Heaters installed with reverse polarity on one of the breakers can cause the heater to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function by switching the system to cooling mode or off, and contact their Trane or American Standard independent dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement. The system's air conditioning or cooling function may still be used. Trane is contacting its customers directly.
Sold at
Trane and American Standard independent dealers nationwide from January 2015 to April 2015 for about $120.
Affected count
About 3,900
Injuries reported
The firm has received 10 reports of the heaters tripping circuit breakers, including one report of heat-related damage to the unit. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Accessory heaters installed in TAM7 and TAM8 air handlers
Consumer contact
Trane toll-free at 844-866-8429 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.trane.com/residential or www.americanstandardair.com and click on "Safety Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Trane-and-American-Standard-Recall-Accessory-HeatersDon't want to check this manually?
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