Recall #19-016 · Published October 18, 2018

HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers

Hydrolevel Recalls Controllers for Slant/Fin Boilers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers from HydroStat Model 3000 on October 18, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.

Recalled HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller for Slant/Fin boilers.
Recalled HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller for Slant/Fin boilers.
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Why it was recalled

A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Hydrolevel has received five reports of the recalled controllers failing to shut down the boilers after they reach the high temperature limit. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Recall number
19-016
Units
About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller
Distributor
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.

HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers

Recall contact information

Slant Fin at 800-873-4346 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday though Friday or Hydrolevel at 800-654-0768 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.hydrolevel.com and click Contact Us for more information.

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