Recall #04-128 · Published April 28, 2004
LP and Convertible Gas Water Heater Temperature Controls
CPSC published a recall notice for LP and Convertible Gas Water Heater Temperature Controls from LP and Convertible Gas on April 28, 2004. CPSC identifies this hazard: The gas water heater controls can gradually open instead of snapping open to full flow, which can cause soot to build up on the water heater burner, presenting a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Contact White-Rodgers to arrange for a qualified service technician to replace the recalled control, free of charge.
Why it was recalled
The gas water heater controls can gradually open instead of snapping open to full flow, which can cause soot to build up on the water heater burner, presenting a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Contact White-Rodgers to arrange for a qualified service technician to replace the recalled control, free of charge.
- Recall published
- April 28, 2004
- Units
- 88,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail distributors and independent servicers have sold and/or installed water heaters with the controls, from October 2002 through March 2004.