Cash Acme Heatguard Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) Device
Published July 16, 2015
Summary
CPSC records recall 15187, published July 16, 2015. Reported units: About 26,000.
What's the hazard
The thermal element in the TAFR can fail to operate, causing the users to come in contact with water that is hotter than expected. This poses a risk of scalding injury.
What to do
Consumers should use caution when turning on faucets and showers with the recalled TAFR device installed and immediately contact Reliance Worldwide to receive a free replacement TAFR. Consumers will be mailed a replacement TAFR device with step-by-step installation instructions, and a postage pre-paid envelope to return the recalled TAFR to Reliance Worldwide.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Reliance Worldwide Corp. of Atlanta, Ga.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Cash Acme Heatguard Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) Device recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 15187 on July 16, 2015. Reported hazard: The thermal element in the TAFR can fail to operate, causing the users to come in contact with water that is hotter than expected. This poses a risk of scalding injury.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should use caution when turning on faucets and showers with the recalled TAFR device installed and immediately contact Reliance Worldwide to receive a free replacement TAFR. Consumers will be mailed a replacement TAFR device with step-by-step installation instructions, and a postage pre-paid envelope to return the recalled TAFR to Reliance Worldwide.