HEAT-N-GLO® Gem 36 and Gem 42 gas fireplaces
Published April 27, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 05162, published April 27, 2005. Recalling firm: Heat & Glo, of Lakeville, Minn.; Reported units: About 7,800.
What's the hazard
Gas in the fireplace can accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter and create a risk of burns or lacerations from broken glass.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the fireplaces immediately and contact Heat & Glo to make arrangements for a free repair. To be sure that no one uses the fireplace by mistake, consumers should shut off the gas supply to the fireplace by removing the lower grille on the fireplace and turning off the ball valve (red lever) on the gas supply line.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Heat & Glo, of Lakeville, Minn.
- Manufacturer
- Heat & Glo, of Lakeville, Minn.
- Distributor
- Dealers and distributors of Hearth products nationwide sold the fireplace, from July 2002 through April 2005, for between $2,380 and $2,700.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was HEAT-N-GLO® Gem 36 and Gem 42 gas fireplaces recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 05162 on April 27, 2005. Reported hazard: Gas in the fireplace can accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter and create a risk of burns or lacerations from broken glass.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the fireplaces immediately and contact Heat & Glo to make arrangements for a free repair. To be sure that no one uses the fireplace by mistake, consumers should shut off the gas supply to the fireplace by removing the lower grille on the fireplace and turning off the ball valve (red lever) on the gas supply line.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Heat & Glo, of Lakeville, Minn..