Recalls / 2007-01-25

TAC LLC Recalls "Erie Boiler Boss" Boiler Controls for Scald Hazard

07089 · Recalled 2007-01-25 · CPSC page

Description

The recall includes all Erie Boiler Boss 2400 Operating Controls and Erie Boiler Boss 1200 Boiler Reset Controls. The controls are typically used to cycle the domestic or hydronic water system burner. The control is mounted in an enclosure mounted on or near the boiler. The recalled controls have a nameplate on the front of the enclosure with the system name and model number. A numerical LED display will be part of the nameplate. Affected BB2400 carton labels on uninstalled products will have date codes prior to 0523. Affected BB1200 carton labels on uninstalled controls will have date codes prior to 0647. No date code is stamped on installed products.

Hazards

These boiler controls can fail, causing water temperature to rise to the high temperature limit. Should the high temperature thermostat or external safety limit devices also fail, consumers could suffer scalds from unexpectedly hot water during use or system piping damage can result.

Reported injuries

TAC is aware of 17 incidents where the boiler control reportedly failed. One incident of system pipe damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should contact TAC to receive instructions on how to participate in the recall and obtain a free replacement control.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Erie Boiler Boss Operating and Reset Controls		About 850

Parties

Manufacturer: TAC LLC
Made in: United States
Sold at: TAC wholesalers, independent field offices, the controls for the 1200 model were sold, $650.

Consumer contact

Contact TAC toll-free at (866) 692-1110 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tac.com

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Source: CPSC recall 07089. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.