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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 10176

DuraTech Anchor Plate with Damper and DuraChimney II Anchor Plate with Damper

Published May 23, 2014 · Recall initiated: March 23, 2010

What's the hazard

When the consumer attempts to open/close the damper, it can become stuck in its current position. In addition, some of the dampers were assembled backwards and are set to the closed position when the consumer attempts to open the damper. Both pose risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to the consumer.

What to do

Consumers should ensure that their damper is in the open position when the fireplace is in use. Consumers or distributors with defective fireplace dampers should contact Dura-Vent to schedule a free repair. The remaining unlocated recalled dampers were distributed in Washington, California, and Colorado. Consumers and distributors whose dampers were previously inspected and repaired do not need to schedule an additional inspection.

Recall details

Brand
Simpson Dura-Vent Company Inc., of Vacaville, Calif.
Manufacturer
Simpson Dura-Vent Company Inc., of Vacaville, Calif.
Distributor
Dura-Vent distributors to fireplace/chimney contractors and by installers to home builders nationwide from January 2007 through May 2008 for between $100 to $150, depending on the model and size.
Country
US
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