Venmar CES Inc. Recalls Heat Recovery Ventilators Due to Fire Hazard
Light Commercial Heat Recovery Ventilators
Date of Recall
2008-08-20CPSC Release Number
08-369Manufactured In
CanadaCompany Phone Number
(866) 698-6283Units
About 3,400Manufacturer
Venmar CES Inc., of Saskatoon, CanadaSold By
Heating, plumbing and building supply distributors nationwide from January 1991 through July 2007 for between $1,700 and $2,000.Problem/Hazard
The motors in these units can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
Venmar CES has received three reports of ventilator motors overheating, resulting in fires which caused property damage.Description
Light Commercial Heat Recovery Ventilators are designed to exchange air between the inside and outside of a building or home in order to provide fresh air. The recall includes the following brand names and model numbers:| Brand | Model Number |
|---|---|
| Flair | 150/300 Compact, 300/600 Compact |
| Venmar | 6LC, HRV600i, 12LC, HRV1200i |
| PrepAir | PrepAir600i, PrepAir1200i |
| vanEE | 6LC, 12LC |
| Carrier | 62AA-064---101XX, 62AA-127---101XX |
| York | VIXRDXXA01 |
| Heil | VRC 300 Compact, VRC 600 Compact |
| Aston | HRV600i, HRV1200i |
| Broan | HRV650, HRVl150 |
| Venmate | 600H, 1200H |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off the ventilator, disconnect it from the power supply, and contact Venmar CES to schedule a technician to install a free repair.Consumer Contact
For more information, contact Venmar CES toll-free at (866) 698-6283 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday or visit the firm's Web site at www.venmarces.comRecall Comments
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