CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 12201
Flushmate® III Pressure-Assist Flushing System
Published April 15, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 21, 2012
What's the hazard
The system can burst at or near the vessel weld seam releasing stored pressure. This pressure can lift the tank lid and shatter the tank, posing impact or laceration hazards to consumers and property damage.
What to do
Consumers should immediately turn off the water supply to the recalled Flushmate III unit and stop using the system. Consumers should contact the firm to determine if their Flushmate III serial number is included in the recall and to request a free repair kit.
Recall details
- Brand
- Flushmate, of New Hudson, Mich., a division of Sloan Valve Company
- Manufacturer
- Flushmate, of New Hudson, Mich., a division of Sloan Valve Company
- Distributor
- The Home Depot and Lowe's stores, distributors and plumbing contractors nationwide for about $108, and sold to toilet manufacturers including American Standard, Crane, Eljer, Gerber, Kohler, Mansfield and St. Thomas.
- Country
- US
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