FireX Branded 10000 Series Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms and 12000 Series CO/Smoke Combo Alarms
Published May 15, 2008
Summary
CPSC records recall 08267, published May 15, 2008. Recalling firm: Maple Chase Company, of Plain City, Ohio; Reported units: About 280,000.
What's the hazard
The recalled alarms can sound a "double chirp"/fault alarm in the presence of CO, prior to going into full alarm. Upon hearing a double chirp, the Owner's Manual instructions recommend a consumer take the alarm out of service, which could expose consumers to hazardous levels of CO and suffer injury or death.
What to do
Consumers should contact Maple Chase immediately to receive a free comparable replacement alarm and make arrangements to return their recalled alarms. Consumers should not take the alarms out of service until they receive the replacement alarm.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Maple Chase Company, of Plain City, Ohio
- Manufacturer
- Maple Chase Company, of Plain City, Ohio
- Distributor
- Commercial electrical distributors and electrical contractors and builders for installation into new home construction. A limited number of units were sold at Menard's nationwide from June 2007 through February 2008 for about $20 (10000 series) and $30 (12000 series).
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was FireX Branded 10000 Series Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms and 12000 Series CO/Smoke Combo Alarms recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 08267 on May 15, 2008. Reported hazard: The recalled alarms can sound a "double chirp"/fault alarm in the presence of CO, prior to going into full alarm. Upon hearing a double chirp, the Owner's Manual instructions recommend a consumer take the alarm out of service, which could expose consumers to hazardous levels of CO and suffer injury or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should contact Maple Chase immediately to receive a free comparable replacement alarm and make arrangements to return their recalled alarms. Consumers should not take the alarms out of service until they receive the replacement alarm.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Maple Chase Company, of Plain City, Ohio.