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Affected model numbers
WH60-N1WH60-N3WH60-N5WH60-L1WH60-L3WH60-L5WHT60-N1WHT60-N3WHT60-N5WHT60-L1WHT60-L3WHT60-L5HE-15NHE-15XCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: WH60-N1, WH60-N3, WH60-N5, WH60-L1, WH60-L3, WH60-L5, WHT60-N1, WHT60-N3, WHT60-N5, WHT60-L1, WHT60-L3, WHT60-L5, HE-15N, HE-15X.
Why it was recalled
Over time, the heat exchanger could become blocked, creating a potential ventilation and cracking problem, posing a fire hazard, if nearby combustibles ignite.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Gas-Fired Products Inc have received reports of 2 incidents involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the water heaters immediately and contact the recall hotline to receive a free repair kit. Most consumers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Gas-Fired Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
- Recall number
- 02-533
- Units
- About 1,300 Seahorse® and 25 "Bradford & White" water heaters
- Sold at / sales period
- The water heaters were sold nationwide by retailers and also by public gas companies in North Carolina and South Carolina, between August 1992 and November 2000, for about $900.
Seahorse® and "Bradford & White" Outdoor Gas-Powered Water Heaters
CPSC product type: Gas Water Heaters & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact the recall hotline toll-free at (800) 438-4936 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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