Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves for Large Water Heaters Recalled by Watts Regulator Due to Rupture and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-22). Hazards: burn, explosion. Models: M15. About 900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10087 |
| Published | 2009-12-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Hot Water Valves (Residential Heating) |
| Products | One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves |
| Firm named in the title | Watts Regulator |
| Firms | Watts Regulator Co., of North Andover, Mass. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 900 |
| Model numbers | M15 |
| Hazard classes | burn, explosion |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Trade facets | hvac, plumbing water heating |
| Sold | Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2006 through July 2009 for between $250 and $280. The valves were typically sold as replacement parts for large water heaters used in commercial locations or possibly large homes. |
Description
This recall involves the one-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief valves, which are typically used in large water heaters for commercial buildings or possibly for large homes. The valves bear item codes 0259844 (75 psi/210°F); 0259924 (100 psi/210°F); 0259708 (150 psi/210°F); 0259925 (125 psi/210°F); and 0259930 (150 psi/210°F). The affected date codes are 0641R through 0930R. The date code is printed after the model number "M15" on a green metal tag fastened to the pressure relief valve.
Hazard
The relief valve can fail to reduce pressure and avert failure or rupture of the water heater tank and associated valves, posing rupture and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Watts Regulator to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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