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Product recall · CPSCJuly 30, 2020Serious
Miles Industries Gas Fireplaces
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Delayed ignition due to pilot degradation can cause gas in the fireplace to accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter, posing burn and laceration hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their Valor fireplace retailer or contractor to schedule a free repair. Miles Industries is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Miles Industries toll-free at 866-420-3360 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at H5@valorfireplaces.com or online at valorfireplaces.com and click on H5 Recall Notice for more information.
The product
This recall involves two models of Valor H5 propane gas fireplaces: Model 1150ILP with serial number ranging from 20001 through 20365 and model 1150JLP with serial number ranging from 20366 through 21502. The recalled fireplaces were sold in seven different trim and front options with a log set and a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplaces are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a glass front. The exhaust is vented to the outside through a ventilation duct. The model number and serial number are printed on a rating sheet behind the trim.
Details
- Units affected
- About 370 (In addition, about 1,050 units were sold in Canada) (Valor H5 gas fireplaces were previously recalled on December 2018.)
- Recall date
- July 30, 2020
- Brand
- Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Miles Industries has received one report of delayed ignition in the United States. No injuries have been reported.
1150ILP1150JLP
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The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Miles Industries Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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