CPSCRecalled Feb 21, 2008 · #08199
Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Hazard
A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
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The recall involves Rinnai EnergySaver Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. They are either natural gas or LP gas (propane) fueled. The following model numbers are included in the recall: Model RHFE-431 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P WTA-72B-N WTA-76B-N Model RHFE-556 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P The model number is printed on the top of the rating plate located on the right side of the unit. The recall includes only those units manufactured from February 2000 through December 2007. The manufacturing date code is the first four digits of the serial number, written as YY MM, and is located at the bottom of the rating plate.
Product details
- Product
- Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556
- Type
- Furnaces
- Manufacturer
- Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga.
- Model numbers
- 72B-N, 76B-N
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and $1,900.
- Made in
- Japan
What you should do
Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.