Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556

Date of Recall

2008-02-21

CPSC Release Number

08-199

Manufactured In

Japan

Company Phone Number

(866) 746 8344

Units

About 52,000

Manufacturer

Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga.

Sold By

Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and $1,900.

Problem/Hazard

A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.

Injuries/Incidents

Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves Rinnai EnergySaver Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. They are either natural gas or LP gas (propane) fueled. The 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

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact

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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