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ADP Recalls to Repair Unit Heaters Due to Fire Hazard1

Reported: April 14, 2011 Initiated: April 14, 2011 #11198

Product Description

This recall involves ADP FOA series unit heaters with heating capacity, model and serial numbers listed below. These unit heaters are separated combustion and gas-fired. The brand name "ADP", the model number and the serial number can be found on the nameplate located inside the control cabinet. Heating Capacity Model Number Serial Number Range 60,000 BTUH FOAN-60-1-1-1 5609K#### to 5610M##### 100,000 BTUH FOAN-100-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L##### 100,000 BTUH FOAP-100-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L##### 125,000 BTUH FOAN-125-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L##### 125,000 BTUH FOAP-125-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L#####

Reason for Recall

Some heaters were manufactured without a required flame rollout switch, which is a back-up device that shuts down the heater in the event of a heater failure. This poses a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled heaters immediately. Consumers should contact ADP to schedule an inspection and, if necessary, repair of the heater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves ADP FOA series unit heaters with heating capacity, model and serial numbers listed below. These unit heaters are separated combustion and gas-fired. The brand name "ADP", the model number and the serial number can be found on the nameplate located inside the control cabinet. Heating Capacity Model Number Serial Number Range 60,000 BTUH FOAN-60-1-1-1 5609K#### to 5610M##### 100,000 BTUH FOAN-100-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L##### 100,000 BTUH FOAP-100-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L##### 125,000 BTUH FOAN-125-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L##### 125,000 BTUH FOAP-125-1-1-1 6003J#### to 6010L##### 5603J#### to 5610L#####. Recalled by Lennox Industries Inc., of Richardson, Texas. Units affected: About 400.
Why was this product recalled?
Some heaters were manufactured without a required flame rollout switch, which is a back-up device that shuts down the heater in the event of a heater failure. This poses a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these recalled heaters immediately. Consumers should contact ADP to schedule an inspection and, if necessary, repair of the heater.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 14, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11198.