Fireplaces and Inserts Recalled by Monessen Hearth Systems Due to Risk of Fire
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-11-08). Hazards: fire. About 15,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13033 |
| Published | 2012-11-08 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-20 |
| Product category | Gas-Burning Fireplaces |
| Products | Signature Command™ (electronically) Controlled Direct and B-Vent Gas Fireplaces and Inserts |
| Firm named in the title | Monessen Hearth Systems |
| Firms | Monessen Hearth Systems Co., of Paris, Ky. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico, United States |
| Units (US) | 15,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | building products |
| Sold | Hearth dealers and distributors nationwide between October 2011 and October 2012 for between $1,030 and $8,160. |
Description
This recall involves electronically controlled Majestic, Monessen and Vermont Castings direct-vent and B-vent gas fireplaces and inserts. Models included in the recall have serial numbers range from 11-X-027322 to 11-X-031501; 12-X-000275 to 12-X-015206, 11-P-032597 to 11-P-059389; and 12-P-000202 to 12-P-037583. The first two digits represent the year of manufacture, the letter represents the facility and the last six digits are sequential numbers, randomly selected. The serial number is printed on a rating plate, affixed to a cable inside the lower or side control door.
Hazard
A control component in the fireplaces and inserts can prevent the unit from lighting though gas continues to flow, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and turn off the fireplace using the master control switch on the command center which is located inside the control door. Consumers should contact Monessen Hearth Systems Company to arrange a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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