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Recall 08241 — Natural and Propane Gas Water Heaters

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2008-04-03

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
08241
Date of alert
2008-04-03
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
A.O. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: This recall involves 75-gallon natural and propane gas water heaters. "A.O. Smith" or "State" is printed on the side of the unit. A.O. Smith and State model and serial numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. Model and serial numbers are printed on the water heater's rating plate. Brand Name Model Number A.O. Smith FCG-75 300 Serial Number Ranges L07A071460 through L07A144966 or M07A009387 through M07A072884 FCG-75 301 State GS6 75 XRR S GS6 75 CRR S Hazards: The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/AO-Smith-Recalls-Gas-Water-Heaters-Due-to-Fire

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