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CPSC recall · Reported March 10, 2017

R.W. Beckett Recalls Fuel Oil Valves Due to Fire Hazard

The safety valve stem does not properly seal and shut off the flow of fuel, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
17108
Affected scope
About 18,000
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Shanghai Minmetals, of China recalled This recall involves Firomatic ½ inch FPT Fusible Safety Valves series 200 Fusible Inline….

R.W. Beckett Recalls Fuel Oil Valves Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Shanghai Minmetals, of China in March 10, 2017. Reason: The safety valve stem does not properly seal and shut off the flow of fuel, allowing fuel to leak and posing …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact R.W. Beckett for a free repair kit or a replacement …. Verify recall #17108 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Shanghai Minmetals, of China issued this CPSC recall-The safety valve stem does not properly seal and shut off the flow of fuel, allowing fuel to leak and posing ….

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March 10, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17108 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

This recall involves Firomatic ½ inch FPT Fusible Safety Valves series 200 Fusible Inline valve, 1/2F X 1/2F Out. The valves are located on the fuel lines that lead to oil-burning appliances. The valves have a UL metal ring on top of the body of the valve stamped with "FIROMATIC SERIES 200." "Firomatic" is cast into the body of the recalled valves.

Reason for recall

The safety valve stem does not properly seal and shut off the flow of fuel, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately contact R.W. Beckett for a free repair kit or a replacement valve and free installation.

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 17108
Date reported March 10, 2017
Date initiated March 10, 2017
Recalling firm Shanghai Minmetals, of China
Affected scope About 18,000
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 contact R.W. Beckett for a free repair kit or a replacement valve and free installation.

  • Check the recall number (17108) 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

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?
This recall involves Firomatic ½ inch FPT Fusible Safety Valves series 200 Fusible Inline valve, 1/2F X 1/2F Out. The valves are located on the fuel lines that lead to oil-burning appliances. The valves have a UL metal ring on top of the body of the valve stamped with "FIROMATIC SERIES 200." "Firomatic" is cast into the body of the recalled valves.. Recalled by Shanghai Minmetals, of China. Units affected: About 18,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The safety valve stem does not properly seal and shut off the flow of fuel, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately contact R.W. Beckett for a free repair kit or a replacement valve and free installation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 10, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17108.
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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