CPSC recall · Reported March 31, 2015
Giant Factories Recalls Water Heaters Due to Risk of Fire, Explosion
On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, the flame arrestor or flame arrestor plate can fail, posing a risk of fire or explosion if f…
Giant Factories Inc., of Canada recalled This recall involves atmospherically vented propane and natural gas water heaters in 30, ….
Giant Factories Recalls Water Heaters Due to Risk of Fire, Explosion was recalled by Giant Factories Inc., of Canada in March 31, 2015. Reason: On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, the flame arrestor or …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately ensure there are no combustible materials near the water hea…. Verify recall #15107 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Giant Factories Inc., of Canada issued this CPSC recall-On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, the flame arrestor or ….
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- March 31, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15107 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #15107) was formally reported on March 31, 2015. The CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. Giant Factories Inc., of Canada is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 240.
The documented reason for this recall is: On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, the flame arrestor or flame arrestor plate can fail, posing a risk of fire or explosion if flammable liquids or gases are nearby. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately ensure there are no combustible materials near the water heater and contact Giant for a free inspection. If the water heater has a space between the bottom of the water t… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves atmospherically vented propane and natural gas water heaters in 30, 40, 50 and 60 gallon capacities. The recalled water heaters are white with a red "Giant" logo decal on the front. The water heaters have a nameplate near the gas valve with the model number, date of manufacture and serial number. Recalled water heaters have the following model number and have a serial number within the following ranges: Model Serial Number Range UG30-30MF-N2U-US A7093000, A7176930 to A7176932 UG40-32LF-P1U-US A7125009 to A7125069 A7129350 to A7129373 A7136418 to A7136422 A7170513 to A7170522 A7170524 to A7170527 A7177431 A7182196 to A 7182283 UG50-36LF-P1U-US A 7120387 UG50-40LF-N1U-US A7120400 to A7120417 A7121718 to A7121722 A7147644 to A7147651 A7181128 to A7181133
Reason for recall
On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, the flame arrestor or flame arrestor plate can fail, posing a risk of fire or explosion if flammable liquids or gases are nearby.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately ensure there are no combustible materials near the water heater and contact Giant for a free inspection. If the water heater has a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, Giant will replace the water heater free of charge.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15107 |
| Date reported | March 31, 2015 |
| Date initiated | March 31, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Giant Factories Inc., of Canada |
| Affected scope | About 240 |
| 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 ensure there are no combustible materials near the water heater and contact Giant for a free inspect…
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