Water Heating Technologies Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

28. June 2016 Admin (0)

Recall Summary

Name of product:

Gas water heaters

Hazard:

The water heaters have a space between the burner flange and the combustion chamber that allows flammable liquids or gases to contact burning flammable vapors inside the combustion chamber, posing a risk of fire or explosion.

Remedy:

View Details

Repair Replace

Consumer Contact:

Water Heating Technologies toll-free at 888-883-0788 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.americanstandardwaterheaters.comand click on “Recall Information” for more information.

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