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Affected model numbers
RHFE-431WTA-72B-NWTA-76B-NRHFE-556The following model numbers are included in the recall: Model RHFE-431 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P WTA-72B-N WTA-76B-N Model RHFE-556 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P The model number is printed on the top of the rating plate located on the right side of the unit.
Why it was recalled
A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
Incidents and injuries
Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Direct-Vent Wall
- Manufacturer
- Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga.
- Recall number
- 08-199
- Units
- About 52,000
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and $1,900.
Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556
CPSC product type: Furnaces
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Rinnai toll-free at (866) 746-8344 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.wallfurnacerecall.com
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