Recalls / 2002-08-15
CPSC, Cavagna North America Inc., Announce Recall of Safety Relief Valves for Large Propane Tanks
02230 · Recalled 2002-08-15 · CPSC page
Description
The valves are designed to relieve excess pressure in large propane tanks, typically the 500- to 1,000-gallon size ones. The valves, model 66-1031, are approximately 7 inches long. Writing on the valve reads "OMECA 66-1031." Only valves that contain year and batch codes of "99.02," "99.10", "99.16," "99.27," or "99.28" are included in the recall. The valves from these batch codes were installed on tanks that were refurbished or manufactured after May 1999.
Hazards
The recalled valves can have sharp internal edges that can cut into gasket seals in the valves, causing a propane gas leak. This poses a risk of fire or burn injuries.
Reported injuries
Cavagna has received 18 reports of leaking valves. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Remedy
LP distributors, LP tank owners and propane gas users with recalled valves should immediately contact Cavagna to schedule an appointment, to have the safety relief valve replaced at no charge.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Relief Valves | About 6,100 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Omeca
- Importer
- Cavagna North America Inc., of Branchburg, N.J.
- Made in
- Italy
- Sold at
- The valves were sold to propane processors, distributors nationwide, from May 1999 through May 2002, for, $15.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Cavagna toll-free at (866) 422-8246 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 02230. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.