CPSC recall · Reported May 21, 2008
American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards
Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
American Flame Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. recalled The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in resid….
American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards was recalled by American Flame Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. in May 21, 2008. Reason: Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their dealer …. Verify recall #08277 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Flame Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. issued this CPSC recall-Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a….
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- May 21, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08277 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.
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Product description
The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in residential fireplaces made by twelve manufacturers under the following brand names: Pacific Energy, Travis Industries, CFM Corporation, Canadian Heating Products, Portland Willamette, Rasmussen, Chimeneas de Columbia, Twin Eagles, FDM, Inca Metals (Savannah Heating), Even Temp, and Valley Comfort. The valves were installed in some but not all fireplaces. Date codes included in the recall include 0622 through 0718. The gas valve model number is located on a label on the bottom of each gas valve. The date code is located above the label.
Reason for recall
Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their dealer for a free repair. The repair involves replacing the fireplace's valve if it leaks gas in the "off" position when tested by a qualified service technician.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08277 |
| Date reported | May 21, 2008 |
| Date initiated | May 21, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | American Flame Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. |
| Affected scope | About 12,000 |
| 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 fireplaces and contact their dealer for a free repair. The repair involves r…
- Check the recall number (08277) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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