Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Released: Thursday, February 21, 2008 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 52,000 Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
Recall Details
Product
Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556
Description
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 |
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| Model RHFE-556 | FAIII-N | FAIII-P |
| | WTA-N | WTA-P |
Hazards
A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
Incidents
Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.
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