Central Fireplace Recalls Fireplaces Due to Laceration Hazard
Recalled March 27, 2009 · CPSC recall 09733 · Central Fireplace
Hazard
Excess gas can accumulate in the firebox if the pilot light is not lit or has gone out. When consumers relight the pilot light, the accumulated gas can ignite with force and shatter the glass fireplace doors posing a serious laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces immediately, shut off the gas supply to the fireplace, and contact Central Fireplace to arrange for a free replacement kit.
Units
About 760
Incidents / injuries
Central Fireplace has received seven reports of the glass doors breaking when consumers were relighting the fireplace's pilot light. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recall involves Central Fireplace models CF3036MV-LP and CF3036MVB. The model number is located on the data plate behind the control panel door where the gas valve is located.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces immediately, shut off the gas supply to the fireplace, and contact Central Fireplace to arrange for a free replacement kit.
Contact
For additional information, contact Central Fireplace between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday at (800) 248-4681, or visit the firm's Web site at www.centralfireplace.com
Product
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces
Manufacturer(s)
Central Fireplace, of Greenbush, Minn.
Retailers
Fireplace dealers nationwide from April 2001 through July 2007 for about $1,600.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →