Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts Recalled by Wolf Steel Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-12-11). Hazards: fire, laceration. Models: GDI44. About 1,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09063 |
| Published | 2008-12-11 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Fireplaces & Accessories |
| Products | Napoleon Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts |
| Firm named in the title | Wolf Steel |
| Firms | Wolf Steel USA, of Crittenden, Ky. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 1,200 |
| Model numbers | GDI44 |
| Hazard classes | fire, laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | building products |
| Sold | Authorized Napoleon fireplace hearth dealers nationwide from July 2002 through September 2008 for about $2,000. |
Description
This recall involves Napoleon propane GDI44 gas fireplace inserts. Model number GDI44 is located on the front cover of the operating instructions or on the rating label found behind the right side panel next to the insert's viewing glass. The glass size is 36" wide and 22" high. Napoleon natural gas GDI44 inserts are not affected by this recall.
Hazard
Delayed ignition due to a build-up of propane gas can cause the insert's glass cover to break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Wolf Steel to receive a free repair kit.
Incidents and injuries
Wolf Steel has received one report of a consumer who suffered minor lacerations when the glass cover shattered.
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