SCG Liquid Propane Overfill Protection Devices (OPD valves)
Published January 27, 2004
Summary
CPSC records recall 04070, published January 27, 2004. Recalling firm: SCG Miyairi (Thailand) Company, LTD, of Thailand; Reported units: 21,000.
What's the hazard
When the cylinder on the gas grill is filled to capacity and exposed to increased temperatures, liquid propane, instead of gas vapor, can leak out and cause the gas regulator valve to freeze. When the regulator valve thaws, if it has not been turned off, gas will flow to the grill. The resulting build-up of gas in the grill can pose a serious fire hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the gas cylinders immediately and contact the company. SCG will identify, for callers who have one of the recalled units, a local LP gas exchange center, which will replace the cylinder with one that has a new OPD valve. Do not take the LP gas cylinder to an LP gas refiller. Consumers should not attempt to remove the OPD or gas valve themselves.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SCG Miyairi (Thailand) Company, LTD, of Thailand
- Manufacturer
- SCG Miyairi (Thailand) Company, LTD, of Thailand
- Distributor
- Department and hardware stores nationwide sold the gas cylinders with the recalled OPD valves, from August 2002 through August 2003, for about $30. Some cylinders also were sold with certain Sunbeam gas grills.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was SCG Liquid Propane Overfill Protection Devices (OPD valves) recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04070 on January 27, 2004. Reported hazard: When the cylinder on the gas grill is filled to capacity and exposed to increased temperatures, liquid propane, instead of gas vapor, can leak out and cause the gas regulator valve to freeze. When the regulator valve thaws, if it has not been turned off, gas will flow to the grill. The resulting build-up of gas in the grill can pose a serious fire hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the gas cylinders immediately and contact the company. SCG will identify, for callers who have one of the recalled units, a local LP gas exchange center, which will replace the cylinder with one that has a new OPD valve. Do not take the LP gas cylinder to an LP gas refiller. Consumers should not attempt to remove the OPD or gas valve themselves.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SCG Miyairi (Thailand) Company, LTD, of Thailand.