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CPSC recall · Reported September 7, 2006

Delta Combination Water Heaters Recalled by Triangle Tube for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

The burner plate and flue hood seal on the water heaters can fail due to an improper seal causing a leak of flue gases and carbon monoxide (CO). This poses the risk of CO poisonin…

Recall #
06252
Affected scope
About 3,000
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Triangle Tube/Phase III, of Blackwood, N.j. recalled The recalled Delta Performance or Delta Performance Plus Series Combination Water Heaters….

Delta Combination Water Heaters Recalled by Triangle Tube for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning H… was recalled by Triangle Tube/Phase III, of Blackwood, N.j. in September 7, 2006. Reason: The burner plate and flue hood seal on the water heaters can fail due to an improper seal causing a leak of f…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heaters and contact Triangle T…. Verify recall #06252 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Triangle Tube/Phase III, of Blackwood, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-The burner plate and flue hood seal on the water heaters can fail due to an improper seal causing a leak of f….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06252 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The recalled Delta Performance or Delta Performance Plus Series Combination Water Heaters operate on natural or propane gas. The water heaters are white and rectangular. "Triangle Tube" is written on the silver-colored control panel. "Delta" is printed on the front of the water heater. The burner is located under a white or gray cover that protrudes outward at the bottom front of the heater. The models and serial numbers included in this recall are listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the rating plate on either the front or the right side of the water heater. Models PG-25 PG-30 PG-35 PG-40 PG-45 PG PLUS-25 PG PLUS-30 PG PLUS-35 PG PLUS-40 PG PLUS-45 Serial Numbers 1148 through 620

Reason for recall

The burner plate and flue hood seal on the water heaters can fail due to an improper seal causing a leak of flue gases and carbon monoxide (CO). This poses the risk of CO poisoning to consumers inside of the house.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heaters and contact Triangle Tube to schedule a free repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 06252
Date reported September 7, 2006
Date initiated September 7, 2006
Recalling firm Triangle Tube/Phase III, of Blackwood, N.j.
Affected scope About 3,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heaters and contact Triangle Tube to schedule a free repair.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Delta Performance or Delta Performance Plus Series Combination Water Heaters operate on natural or propane gas. The water heaters are white and rectangular. "Triangle Tube" is written on the silver-colored control panel. "Delta" is printed on the front of the water heater. The burner is located under a white or gray cover that protrudes outward at the bottom front of the heater. The models and serial numbers included in this recall are listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the rating plate on either the front or the right side of the water heater. Models PG-25 PG-30 PG-35 PG-40 PG-45 PG PLUS-25 PG PLUS-30 PG PLUS-35 PG PLUS-40 PG PLUS-45 Serial Numbers 1148 through 620. Recalled by Triangle Tube/Phase III, of Blackwood, N.j.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The burner plate and flue hood seal on the water heaters can fail due to an improper seal causing a leak of flue gases and carbon monoxide (CO). This poses the risk of CO poisoning to consumers inside of the house.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heaters and contact Triangle Tube to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 7, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06252.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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