Recalls / 2009-09-17
Furnaces Recalled by Northwest Manufacturing Due to Fire Hazard
09769 · Recalled 2009-09-17 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the WoodMaster AFS 900 outdoor furnace. The furnaces were sold in green, black, brown, camo, gray, red and taupe. The WoodMaster logo AND AFS900 are on the front.
Hazards
The temperature gauge can fail and cause fire in the fuel storage hopper, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
The firm is aware of 12 incidents of fire in the fuel storage hopper, three of which reported blisters and minor burns to the hands.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled furnaces immediately and contact Northwest Manufacturing to schedule a free repair. All known consumers have been notified.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WoodMaster AFS 900 Outdoor Furnaces | About 600 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Northwest Manufacturing Inc., of Red Lake Falls, Minn.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Authorized plumbing, heating, direct sales, February 2009 for about $6, 000.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Northwest Manufacturing at (800) 932-3629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.AFS900recall.com
Source: CPSC recall 09769. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.