CPSC recall 19-016, announced October 18, 2018, covers HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers (about 3,900 units). A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-873-4346 or 800-654-0768, or go to www.hydrolevel.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the Hydrolevel HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller which is a black rectangular control unit for residential Slant/Fin VSPH boilers. The unit has six small LED lights and the word 'Hydrostat' on the front. The controller says HydroStat on the front and HydroStat Model 3000 on the back.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Hydrolevel has received five reports of the recalled controllers failing to shut down the boilers after they reach the high temperature limit. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- HydroStat
- Manufacturer
- Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
- Product type
- Boilers
- Recall number
- 19-016
- Units
- About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller
- Distributor
- Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Recall contact information
Slant Fin at 800-873-4346 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday though Friday or Hydrolevel at 800-654-0768 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.hydrolevel.com and click Contact Us for more information.
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