CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2005-09-30

CPSC, Greenheck Fan Corp. Announce Recall of Ventilation Units

05605 · Recalled 2005-09-30 · CPSC page

LUX Bolt
LUX Bolt

Description

Affected units are Sidewall, Rooftop and Centrifugal Inline ventilation units built between August 11, 2004 and April 29, 2005, containing 16-thread-per-inch 3/8-inch by ¾-inch spinlock bolts with LUX head markings. Affected model numbers are RBU, RBUMO, RDU, RB/R, SB/S, and BSU 360-420 with serial numbers 04HXXXXX through 05DXXXXX. The model and serial numbers are found on metal identification plate on the units.

Hazards

LUX 3/8-inch spinlock bolts supplied with these units may not have been properly heat treated, which can result in the bolts breaking. Bolt failure during lifting for rooftop installation or after installation could cause the unit or components to fall and injure bystanders.

Reported injuries

Greenheck is aware that 309 LUX bolts that have failed in the field. There are no reports of ventilation units falling or any injuries.

Remedy

LUX spinlock bolts in affected units will be replaced at no cost to the end user.

Products

NameModelUnits
Greenheck Sidewall, Rooftop and Centrifugal Inline Ventilation UnitsAbout 4,200 ventilation units

Parties

Distributor
Greenheck Fan Corp., of Schofield, Wis.
Made in
Taiwan
Sold at
Independent sales representatives, original equipment manufacturers, from August 2004 through July 2005.

Consumer contact

Affected sales representatives and original equipment manufacturers are being contacted directly. For additional information, contact Greenheck at (800) 931-6579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email Kathy.Lenard@greenheck.com

More images

Recalled Rooftop Ventilation Unit
Recalled Rooftop Ventilation Unit
Recalled Centrifugal Inline Ventilation Unit
Recalled Centrifugal Inline Ventilation Unit
Recalled Sidewall Ventilation Unit
Recalled Sidewall Ventilation Unit

Source: CPSC recall 05605. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.