Honeywell Recalls Gas Valves Used in Decorative Fireplaces and Stoves Due To Burn Hazard
Released: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Honeywell International Inc., of Morristown, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 4,000 Gas Valves Used in Decorative Fireplaces and Stoves. The activation knob on the valve can be left in a position between OFF and PILOT, which can cause the pilot gas to leak and accumulate prior to burner ignition. This can pose the risk of thermal burns to consumers when they light the pilot of the fireplace or stove.
Recall Details
Product
Gas Valves Used in Decorative Fireplaces and Stoves
Hazards
The activation knob on the valve can be left in a position between OFF and PILOT, which can cause the pilot gas to leak and accumulate prior to burner ignition. This can pose the risk of thermal burns to consumers when they light the pilot of the fireplace or stove.
Incidents
Honeywell has received one report of gas accumulating and combusting when the consumer lit the fireplace, resulting in a minor injury when the hair in the back of the consumer’s hand was singed.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Honeywell for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement valve.
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