Recall #08-205 · Published March 4, 2008

LDR 1200 Series Gas Connectors

LDR Industries Recalls Gas Connectors Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for LDR 1200 Series Gas Connectors from Sai lin Ke on March 4, 2008. CPSC identifies this hazard: The gas connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a fire and explosion hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the appliance with the recalled gas connectors. Only a qualified professional, such as a plumber, heating contractor or gas company technician, should check the connectors and replace them. Contact LDR Industries or the place of purchase for instructions on returning the connectors for a full refund.

Recalled Gas Connector
Recalled Gas Connector
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UPC or product codes

1944201889419442018900194420189171944201946419442400224194424054891944240549619442405731

Why it was recalled

The gas connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a fire and explosion hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the appliance with the recalled gas connectors. Only a qualified professional, such as a plumber, heating contractor or gas company technician, should check the connectors and replace them. Contact LDR Industries or the place of purchase for instructions on returning the connectors for a full refund.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Sai lin Ke, of Beijing, China
Recall number
08-205
Units
About 50,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Hardware stores in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Florida from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $7 and $20.
Importer
LDR Industries Inc., of Chicago, Ill.

LDR 1200 Series Gas Connectors

CPSC product type: Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact LDR at (800) 545-5230 ext. 2345 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ldrind.com

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