CPSCMay 6, 2008

Weil-McLain Gas Boilers recall: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Why was Weil-McLain Gas Boilers recalled?

If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary. Contact: For more information, contact Weil-McLain toll-free at (866) 783-9276 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.weil-mclain.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers
Company
Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.
Quantity
About 32,000
Sold at
Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from October 2001 through December 2007 for between $1,700 and $2,700.
Recall date
May 6, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves cast iron, gas-fired boilers used for space heating. The following model names and serial numbers are included in the recall: Model Name Serial Numbers CGs-3, CGs-4, CGs-5, CGs-6 From CP 5071501 through CP 5694976 CGi-3, CGi-5, CGi-6 Series 2 From CP 4134351 through CP 5698635 The model name and serial number are located on separate labels on the outside of the left panel.

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