Recalls / 2005-08-02

CPSC, DESA Heating Products Announce Recall of Compact Gas Fireplaces

05238 · Recalled 2005-08-02 · CPSC page

Description

The recall includes DESA Heating Products 10,000 Btu Thermostatically Controlled Compact Classic Hearth Fireplaces that burn propane or natural gas. They have the following model names and number: Vanguard (VMH10TPC & VMH10TNC) and FMI (EFS10TPA & EFS10TNA). They have serial numbers between 015200000 and 017400000. The model and serial numbers are on the end of the shipping carton and on the model data tags inside the lower access door of the compact fireplaces.

Hazards

The burner tube connection to the gas valve can leak gas when the main burner is on. This leaking gas can ignite, causing a minor flare-up, which could cause nearby combustibles to ignite.

Reported injuries

DESA has received one report of a minor flare-up of the fireplace. DESA has received no reports of personal injury or property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using this fireplace immediately and contact your retailer to schedule a free repair. If consumers have any questions concerning this recall, they should contact their local retailer or DESA.

Products

Name	Model	Units
"Vanguard" and "FMI" Compact Fireplaces		534

Parties

Manufacturer: DESA Heating Products
Made in: United States
Sold at: Hearth shops, central heat, air conditioning retailers, gas suppliers nationwide, from April 2004 through June 2005, for, $912.

Consumer contact

Contact DESA toll-free at (866) 279-3225 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the DESA Web site at www.desatech.com

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Source: CPSC recall 05238. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.