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Carbon MonoxideFebruary 21, 2008CPSC #08199

Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Product
Furnaces
Units affected
52,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The recall involves Rinnai EnergySaver Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. They are either natural gas or LP gas (propane) fueled. The following model numbers are included in the recall: Model RHFE-431 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P WTA-72B-N WTA-76B-N Model RHFE-556 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P The model number is printed on the top of the rating plate located on the right side of the unit. The recall includes only those units manufactured from February 2000 through December 2007. The manufacturing date code is the first four digits of the serial number, written as YY MM, and is located at the bottom of the rating plate.

Hazard

A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.

Injuries

Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Japan

Where it was sold

  • Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and $1,900.

Photos

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