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Product recall · CPSCDecember 20, 2018Serious
Miles Industries Gas Fireplaces
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The trim around the fireplaces can leak hot exhaust air, posing a burn hazard.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact Miles Industries to schedule a free repair.
Who to contact: Miles Industries toll-free at 866-420-3360 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at h5@valorfireplaces.com or online at www.valorfireplaces.com and click on “H5 Recall Notice” for more information.
The product
This recall involves Valor H5 gas fireplaces fueled by either natural gas or propane gas. The recalled fireplaces were sold in six different trim options and are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a shatter resistant glass front. They were sold with a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplace 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. Model Number Product Name Serial Number Range 1100 Natural Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1100N10000 - 1100N12173 1100 Propane Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1100P20000 - 1100P21132 1150 Natural Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1150N10000 - 1150N11448 1150 Propane Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1150P20000 - 1150P20822
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000 (in addition, about 1,900 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- December 20, 2018
- Brand
- Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Miles Industries has received one report of mantle charring. No injuries have been reported.
Northeast Hearth & Home, Sutter Home & Hearth, Wallace's Stove & Fireplace Hearth stores and other stores nationwide and online from June 2014 through March 2018 for about $5,500.
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 Hazard”
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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