Automatic Gas Vent Dampers
Published October 9, 2008
Summary
CPSC records recall 09008, published October 9, 2008. Recalling firm: Effikal LLC, of Orion, Mich.; Reported units: About 45,000.
What's the hazard
The automatic gas vent damper could fail, and if the blocked vent switch does not activate, the vent could leak carbon monoxide (CO). This poses a risk of CO poisoning to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the boilers, weather permitting, and contact their installer to confirm they have a recalled vent damper and to receive a free vent damper replacement.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Effikal LLC, of Orion, Mich.
- Manufacturer
- Effikal LLC, of Orion, Mich.
- Distributor
- Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008. Vent dampers were also sold by large home improvement stores as part of the gas boiler systems between August 2007 through January 2009 for between $1,000 and $4,000 for the boilers.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Automatic Gas Vent Dampers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 09008 on October 9, 2008. Reported hazard: The automatic gas vent damper could fail, and if the blocked vent switch does not activate, the vent could leak carbon monoxide (CO). This poses a risk of CO poisoning to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the boilers, weather permitting, and contact their installer to confirm they have a recalled vent damper and to receive a free vent damper replacement.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Effikal LLC, of Orion, Mich..