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

Reported: September 7, 2006 Initiated: September 7, 2006 #06252

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

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

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. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06252.