Power Vent tankless water heaters
Published February 21, 2007
Summary
CPSC records recall 07108, published February 21, 2007. Reported units: About 42,200.
What's the hazard
Components inside the water heater may shift during transit, causing an air filter door switch to operate improperly. If the switch fails and the air filter door is out of place, the water heater could continue to operate and dust and lint could build up, posing a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
What to do
Consumers with the recalled water heaters should stop using them immediately, if the air filter door is not in place. Consumers who have not already been contacted by an authorized contractor should immediately contact their installer or Rheem Manufacturing Company to arrange for a free, on-site repair. Consumers are reminded to use the air filter door for these water heaters to avoid a carbon monoxide hazard.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Water Heating Division of Rheem Sales Company Inc., of Montgomery, Ala.
- Distributor
- Retailers nationwide and through plumbing wholesale distributors to plumbers, contractors and consumers from May 2004 through December 2006 for between $800 and $1,300.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Power Vent tankless water heaters recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 07108 on February 21, 2007. Reported hazard: Components inside the water heater may shift during transit, causing an air filter door switch to operate improperly. If the switch fails and the air filter door is out of place, the water heater could continue to operate and dust and lint could build up, posing a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers with the recalled water heaters should stop using them immediately, if the air filter door is not in place. Consumers who have not already been contacted by an authorized contractor should immediately contact their installer or Rheem Manufacturing Company to arrange for a free, on-site repair. Consumers are reminded to use the air filter door for these water heaters to avoid a carbon monoxide hazard.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Water Heating Division of Rheem Sales Company Inc., of Montgomery, Ala..