Recalls / 2008-03-04

LDR Industries Recalls Gas Connectors Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

08205 · Recalled 2008-03-04 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled LDR series 1200 gas connectors have 3/8-inch fine thread nuts attached. The connectors are used primarily with gas space heaters. The brass nuts are gold colored while the stainless steel tube is silver colored. The following connectors are included in this recall. The UPC code and "LDR 1200 Series Gas Connector" are printed on the product's packaging. Recalled Gas Connectors Length UPC Code 12 inches 019442405489 16 inches 019442019464 22 inches 019442018917 30 inches 019442405496 34 inches 019442018900 46 inches 019442018894 60 inches 019442400224 72 inches 019442405731

Hazards

The gas connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a fire and explosion hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the appliance with the recalled gas connectors. Only a qualified professional, such as a plumber, heating contractor or gas company technician, should check the connectors and replace them. Contact LDR Industries or the place of purchase for instructions on returning the connectors for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
LDR 1200 Series Gas Connectors		About 50,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Sai lin Ke
Importer: LDR Industries Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Made in: China
Sold at: Hardware stores in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Florida, $20.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact LDR at (800) 545-5230 ext. 2345 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ldrind.com

Source: CPSC recall 08205. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.