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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 21, 2008Serious
Rinnai Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency says to stop using it immediately.
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 stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Rinnai toll-free at (866) 746-8344 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.wallfurnacerecall.com
The product
The recall involves Rinnai EnergySaver Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. They are either natural gas or LP gas (propane) fueled. The following model numbers are included in the recall: Model RHFE-431 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P WTA-72B-N WTA-76B-N Model RHFE-556 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P The model number is printed on the top of the rating plate located on the right side of the unit. The recall includes only those units manufactured from February 2000 through December 2007. The manufacturing date code is the first four digits of the serial number, written as YY MM, and is located at the bottom of the rating plate.
Details
- Units affected
- About 52,000
- Recall date
- February 21, 2008
- Brand
- Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.
RHFE-431RHFE-556
Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and $1,900.
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: “Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide 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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