K-GUARD®, SENTRY® and FLAG FIRE® Model Fire Extinguishers
Published November 13, 2006
Summary
CPSC records recall 07507, published November 13, 2006. Recalling firm: Ansul Incorporated, of Marinette, Wis.; Reported units: About 154,000.
What's the hazard
If the fire extinguisher is dropped horizontally from a height of approximately 2 to 3 feet, the pick-up tube could crack at the threads between the pick-up tube adaptor and the stainless steel tube. If a pick-up tube is cracked, the extinguisher can fail to discharge properly when activated, which can put users at risk during a fire.
What to do
Pick-up tube replacements will be performed during routine annual maintenance. The pick-up tube assembly is inside the extinguisher and cannot be visually inspected without de-pressurizing and disassembling the extinguisher. This work should only be done by an authorized ANSUL® distributor. Owners concerned about an extinguisher prior to the scheduled maintenance, due to signs of physical damage such as dents or scratches, should contact their authorized ANSUL® distributor to request a free replacement.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Ansul Incorporated, of Marinette, Wis.
- Manufacturer
- Ansul Incorporated, of Marinette, Wis.
- Distributor
- Ansul Incorporated, through its authorized fire equipment distributors, from May 2003 through September 2005. Extinguishers were sold by distributors to their end users for about $150 to $225 each for the kitchen units and for about $100 each for the water units.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was K-GUARD®, SENTRY® and FLAG FIRE® Model Fire Extinguishers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 07507 on November 13, 2006. Reported hazard: If the fire extinguisher is dropped horizontally from a height of approximately 2 to 3 feet, the pick-up tube could crack at the threads between the pick-up tube adaptor and the stainless steel tube. If a pick-up tube is cracked, the extinguisher can fail to discharge properly when activated, which can put users at risk during a fire.
What should I do if I have this product?
Pick-up tube replacements will be performed during routine annual maintenance. The pick-up tube assembly is inside the extinguisher and cannot be visually inspected without de-pressurizing and disassembling the extinguisher. This work should only be done by an authorized ANSUL® distributor. Owners concerned about an extinguisher prior to the scheduled maintenance, due to signs of physical damage such as dents or scratches, should contact their authorized ANSUL® distributor to request a free replacement.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Ansul Incorporated, of Marinette, Wis..