[{"RecallID":9188,"RecallNumber":"22033","RecallDate":"2021-12-15T00:00:00","Description":"This recall involves Harbor Breeze 52-inch Belleisle Bay and Honeywell 52-inch Rio ceiling fans, which are identical fans but branded separately. The recalled Harbor Breeze Belleisle Bay Ceiling Fans have a brushed nickel housing finish (model number 40650) or an oil rubbed bronze housing finish (model number 40651). Both models have three matte black blades, a frosted, cased white glass bowl light and a 3-speed reversible motor with remote control. The recalled Honeywell Rio Ceiling Fans have an oil rubbed bronze housing finish (model number 50514), a champagne housing finish (model number 51623), a pewter housing finish (model number 51624), a brushed nickel housing finish (model number 50195), or a white housing finish (model number 51030). Each model has three black matte fan blades, a frosted, cased white glass bowl light, and a 3-speed reversible motor with remote control. The model numbers for the recalled fans are printed on the silver rating label located on the top of the fan housing assembly. Model Number Description 40651 40651Harbor Breeze 52\" Oil Rubbed Bronze Belleisle Bay Ceiling Fan Oil rubbed bronze housing finish 3 black matte ceiling fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control 40650 Harbor Breeze 52\" Brushed Nickel Belleisle Bay Ceiling Fan Brushed nickel housing finish 3 matte black ceiling fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control 50514 Honeywell 52\" Bronze Rio Ceiling Fan Oil rubbed bronze housing finish 3 black matte fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control 51623 Honeywell 52\" Champagne Rio Ceiling Fan Champagne housing finish 3 white fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control 51624 Honeywell 52\" Pewter Rio Ceiling Fan Pewter housing finish 3 pewter fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control 50195 Honeywell 52\" Brushed Nickel Rio Ceiling Fan Brushed nickel housing finish 3 matte black ceiling fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control 51030 Honeywell 52\" White Rio Ceiling Fan White housing finish 3 white ceiling fan blades Frosted, cased white glass bowl light 3-speed reversible motor, with remote control","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Hong-Kong-China-Electric-Appliance-Manufacture-Company-Recalls-Ceiling-Fans-Due-to-Impact-Injury-Hazard","Title":"Hong Kong China Electric Appliance Manufacture Company Recalls Ceiling Fans Due to Impact Injury Hazard","ConsumerContact":"Hong Kong China Electric Appliance Manufacture Company toll-free at 888-232-9895 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, by email at ceilingfanrecall@sedgwick.com or online at www.ceilingfanrecall.expertinquiry.com, https://hkcus.com/recall-rio or www.hkcus.com and click on \"recall\" for more information.","LastPublishDate":"2021-12-15T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Harbor Breeze Belleisle Bay and Honeywell Rio Ceiling Fans","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"","CategoryID":"","NumberOfUnits":"About 77,900"}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic1_19.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Harbor Breeze Brushed Nickel Belleisle Bay Ceiling Fan – Model No. 40650"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic2_13.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Harbor Breeze Oil Rubbed Bronze Belleisle Bay Ceiling Fan – Model No. 40651"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic3_12.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Honeywell 52\" Bronze Rio Ceiling Fan - Model No. 50514"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic4_8.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Honeywell 52\" Champagne Rio Ceiling Fan – Model No 51623"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic5_4.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Honeywell 52\" Pewter Rio Ceiling Fan – Model No. 51624"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic6_7.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Honeywell 52\" Brushed Nickel Rio Ceiling Fan – Model No. 50195"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic7_1.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Honeywell 52\" White Rio Ceiling Fan – Model No. 51030"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic8_5.png","Caption":"Silver rating label on fan housing assembly showing location of Model No."}],"Injuries":[{"Name":"The firm has received 60 reports of the blades detaching from the fan, including three reports of the blades causing property damage to drywall. No injuries have been reported."}],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Zhongshan Kong Luen Wah Hoi Electric Appliance Co. Ltd., of China","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[{"Name":"Online at Lowes.com, Amazon.com, Wayfair.com, Overstock.com, Hayneedle.com, Houzz.com, eAcces.com, and Build.com from February 2018 through August 2021 for about $150.","CompanyID":""}],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[{"Name":"HKC-US LLC (Hong Kong China Electric Appliance Manufacture Company), of Memphis, Tenn.","CompanyID":""}],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[{"Country":"China"}],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"The blades can detach from the fan while in use, posing an impact injury hazard to consumers.","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[{"Name":"Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fans and contact Hong Kong China Electric Appliance Manufacture Company (\"HKC\") to confirm their fan is under the scope of the recall by providing the firm a photo of the fan and date code. The consumers will then be instructed to disconnect the fan, provide a photo of the disconnected fan to HKC and dispose of it in the trash or recycle.  The consumer will then receive a free replacement fan by mail."}],"RemedyOptions":[{"Option":"Replace"}]},{"RecallID":957,"RecallNumber":"12087","RecallDate":"2012-01-12T00:00:00","Description":"This recall includes Honeywell Surround Select Series portable electric heaters with model numbers HZ-420, HZ-430, and HZ-440 and five-digit date codes that have 11 as the last two digits. The heaters are black or white cylinders with a handle on top. The model number is stamped into the plastic on the bottom of the heater. The date code is located on the metal prongs of the heater's electrical plug. \"Honeywell\" and \"Surround Heat\" are printed on the front of the heaters. This heater was distributed by Kaz USA under license from Honeywell.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Kaz-USA-Recalls-Honeywell-Portable-Electric-Heaters-Due-to-Burn-Hazard","Title":"Kaz USA Recalls Honeywell Portable Electric Heaters Due to Burn Hazard","ConsumerContact":"For additional information, contact Kaz at (800) 370-8137 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kaz.com/recall","LastPublishDate":"2016-04-21T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Honeywell Surround Select Portable Electric Heaters","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Electric Heaters","CategoryID":"67907","NumberOfUnits":"About 19,000"}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12087.12087a.jpg","Caption":""},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12087.12087b.jpg","Caption":"HZ-430 HZ-440"},{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12087.12087c.jpg","Caption":"Location of date code"}],"Injuries":[{"Name":"None reported"}],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Ningbo Honecho Industry Co., Ltd. of China","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[{"Name":"Best Buy, Meijer and Walmart stores nationwide from July 2011 through December 2011 for between $50 and $70.","CompanyID":""}],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[{"Name":"Kaz USA Inc., of Southborough, Mass.","CompanyID":""}],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[{"Country":"China"}],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"The heater's internal housing, including the fan, heating element and circuitry, can detach, posing a burn hazard to consumers.","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[{"Name":"Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the heaters and contact Kaz for a full refund."}],"RemedyOptions":[{"Option":"Refund"}]},{"RecallID":3802,"RecallNumber":"07529","RecallDate":"2007-02-12T00:00:00","Description":"The digital cellular communicator can be used as a primary means of security communications for a residence or business. The recall involves the Atmel microcontroller AT91SAM7S256 installed in Honeywell digital cellular communicator, Model 7845GSM.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Atmel-Corp-Recalls-to-Upgrade-Software-in-Microcontrollers-of-Honeywell-Digital-Cellular-Communicators","Title":"Atmel Corp. Recalls to Upgrade Software in Microcontrollers of Honeywell® Digital Cellular Communicators","ConsumerContact":"For additional information, contact Honeywell at (800) 573-0154, between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at http://www.security.honeywell.com","LastPublishDate":"2014-05-23T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Atmel Microcontrollers used in Honeywell Digital Cellular Communicators","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Home Control/Alarm Systems","CategoryID":"1999","NumberOfUnits":"About 4,000"}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/be6ba4ed9faf42ff8ee21594caeaaf2c.jpg","Caption":"Recalled Atmel Microcontroller"}],"Injuries":[{"Name":"Honeywell has received 39 reports of problems with the microcontroller where it reportedly entered an unrecoverable lock-up state. There have been no reports of failure to report an emergency and no reports of injury or property damage."}],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Atmel Corp., of San Jose, Calif. (microcontrollers)","CompanyID":""},{"Name":"The security business of Honeywell International, located in Syosset, N.Y. (communicators)","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[{"Name":"Distributors nationwide sold the recalled communicators to commercial installers from July 2006 through October 2006 for about $250.","CompanyID":""}],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[{"Country":"Taiwan"},{"Country":"Mexico"}],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"The microcontroller in the communicator can enter an unrecoverable lock-up state due to a programming issue. The lock-up could result in a service interruption, and fail to transmit an alarm signal in the event of a fire or property invasion.","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[{"Name":"Customers who have not been contacted directly should immediately contact the firm for information on how to receive a free replacement communicator with updated software. Installers that purchased the communicators have been contacted directly."}],"RemedyOptions":[]},{"RecallID":3799,"RecallNumber":"07526","RecallDate":"2007-01-31T00:00:00","Description":"The software upgrade involves Gamewell-FCI model ILI-MB-E3 and ILI-S-E3 loop control boards. These boards are components of the Gamewell-FCI E3 Series fire alarm system. They provide the signaling line circuits and display information for the system.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Gamewell-FCI-Recalls-to-Upgrade-Software-Used-with-Fire-Alarm-System-Control-Boards","Title":"Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Boards","ConsumerContact":"For more information, contact Gamewell-FCI at (800) 633-1311 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their distributor's Web site at www.gamewell-fci.com","LastPublishDate":"2014-05-23T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Gamewell-FCI Electronic Control Boards by Honeywell","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Home Control/Alarm Systems","CategoryID":"1999","NumberOfUnits":"About 700"}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[{"URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/da178bd111c44efd8a5f0be3687d2d1e.jpg","Caption":"Control Board Using Recalled Software"}],"Injuries":[{"Name":"Gamewell-FCI has received one report of failed communications during an electrical short that was not due to a fire. There have been no reports of property damage or injury."}],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn.","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[{"Name":"Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2005 through September 2006. Authorized distributors resell and install loop control boards for commercial end users in facilities such as hotels and office buildings.","CompanyID":""}],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[{"Country":"United States"}],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"Incoming and outgoing messages to and from the control board can interfere with each other, preventing it from sending a message to the command center in the event of fire.","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[{"Name":"Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and is providing a free firmware software upgrade."}],"RemedyOptions":[]},{"RecallID":6181,"RecallNumber":"98139","RecallDate":"1998-07-09T00:00:00","Description":"Electric Baseboard Heater Thermostats Revised Rating & Recall by Honeywell NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 9, 1998 Release # 98-139 Company Phone Number: 877) 575-4533 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Honeywell Announce Revised Rating and Recall of Electric Baseboard Heater Thermostats WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Honeywell Inc. of Minneapolis, Minn., is revising the rating of 26,000 electric baseboard heater thermostats and recalling about 2,600 of the devices in the United States. The thermostats are used only on electric baseboard heaters. The thermostats were rated at a higher wattage than they are able to handle. If too much power runs through the thermostats, they can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard. In the United States, Honeywell has found 10 instances of thermostats overheating when connected to baseboard heaters using over 3000 watts. In two instances, the unit ignited, resulting in fire damage to the thermostat's casing and smoke damage to the surrounding wall. No injuries have been reported. The electric baseboard heater thermostats were rated to a 3800 watt maximum, which is a higher wattage than they are able to handle. For thermostats connected to heaters above 2500 watts, Honeywell will send consumers a replacement thermostat rated to 5280 watts. For thermostats connected to heaters at 2500 watts and below, Honeywell will send consumers new labels to revise the maximum wattage to 2500 watts. The thermostat carries the Honeywell brand name with model T4600 or CT1650. The thermostat also was sold under the King Chronolux brand name with model K4600S. The brand name is stamped on front of the unit, and the model number is located underneath the unit's snap-off front cover. The unit is rectangular in shape and it is white. It has a digital temperature display window near the top with four programming buttons arranged vertically below. Home centers and hardware stores throughout the United States sold the thermostats between January 1996 and June 1998 for less than $80. The thermostats also have been installed in homes by contractors. Consumers should stop using the electric baseboard heater thermostat, models T4600, CT1650 and K4600S, and call Honeywell toll free at (877) 575-4533 anytime to determine if their thermostat is involved in this recall. Honeywell will help consumers determine the wattage connected to the thermostat and provide help with any other problems. Honeywell also sold thermostats in Canada. Canada is issuing its own recall announcement.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1998/CPSC-Honeywell-Announce-Revised-Rating-and-Recall-of-Electric-Baseboard-Heater-Thermostats","Title":"Electric Baseboard Heater Thermostats Revised Rating & Recall by Honeywell","ConsumerContact":null,"LastPublishDate":"1998-07-09T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Honeywell electric baseboard heater thermostats","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Electric Heaters","CategoryID":"1924","NumberOfUnits":""},{"Name":"King Chronolux electric baseboard heater thermostats","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Thermostats/Thermometers/Sensors","CategoryID":"2171","NumberOfUnits":""}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[],"Injuries":[],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"King Chronolux","CompanyID":""},{"Name":"Honeywell","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"Fire & Fire-Related Burn","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[],"RemedyOptions":[]},{"RecallID":6144,"RecallNumber":"98091","RecallDate":"1998-04-08T00:00:00","Description":"Heaters and Humidifiers Recalled by Honeywell NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 8, 1998 Release # 98-091 Company Phone Number: (800) 632-9498 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Yolanda Fultz-Morris, (301) 504-7066 CPSC, Honeywell Announce Recall of Heaters and Humidifiers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Honeywell Consumer Products, of Southborough, Mass., is recalling about 1.6 million heaters sold under the Duracraft brand name, about 8,000 heaters sold under the DeLonghi brand name and 150,000 humidifiers sold under the Duracraft and Honeywell brand names in the United States and Canada. The heaters and humidifiers can overheat, presenting a fire hazard. Honeywell has received 56 reports of heaters overheating or catching fire, causing one minor injury, and six reports of humidifiers overheating or catching fire. Some of the fires relating to these heaters and humidifiers caused extensive damage. Only Duracraft model CZ-303, CZ-304, CZ-308, CZ-318, CZ-319 Heat Express and DeLonghi model CER-1 portable electric ceramic heaters are involved in this recall. The model number is located on a silver sticker on the bottom of the heater. The heater is 1500 watts and is colored black. Control knobs are located on the top or front of the unit. \"Heat Express \" and \"Duracraft \" or \"DeLonghi\" appear on the front of the unit. Only Duracraft model DH-950 Moisture SelectTM humidifiers and Honeywell model HCW-3040 Moisture SelectTM humidifiers are involved in this recall. The model number is located on the bottom of the humidifier. The humidifier is colored white and has a clear water tank that holds about two gallons. Control knobs and two output vents (one for cold moisture and one for warm moisture) are located on top of the unit. \"Duracraft\" or \"Honeywell\" appears between the two output vents on top of the unit. Retail outlets including discount stores, home centers, club stores and catalogue showrooms nationwide sold the Duracraft heaters from January 1989 through March 1998 for about $50 to $75. The DeLonghi heaters were sold from January 1989 through December 1990. Similar retail outlets nationwide sold the Duracraft and Honeywell humidifiers from May 1995 through March 1998 for about $50 to $80. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and humidifiers and call Honeywell at (800) 632-9498 anytime for instructions on returning their product for a free replacement. Model CZ 308 Heater Model CZ 304 Heater Humidifier","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1998/CPSC-Honeywell-Announce-Recall-of-Heaters-and-Humidifiers","Title":"Heaters and Humidifiers Recalled by Honeywell","ConsumerContact":null,"LastPublishDate":"1998-04-08T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"DeLonghi portable electric ceramic heaters","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"","CategoryID":"","NumberOfUnits":""},{"Name":"Duracraft Heat Express heaters","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Humidifiers","CategoryID":"2005","NumberOfUnits":""},{"Name":"Honeywell, Duracraft Moisture Select humidifiers","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Electric Heaters","CategoryID":"1924","NumberOfUnits":""}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[],"Injuries":[],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Duracraft","CompanyID":""},{"Name":"DeLonghi","CompanyID":""},{"Name":"Honeywell","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"Fire & Fire-Related Burn","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[],"RemedyOptions":[]},{"RecallID":4454,"RecallNumber":"84027","RecallDate":"1984-04-24T00:00:00","Description":"Honeywell-V5130 Gas Valve Announcing Issuance Of Complaint NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 1984 Release # 84-027 Honeywell-V5130 Gas Valve Announcing Issuance Of Complaint Washington, D.C.-- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces that its staff has issued an administrative complaint against Honeywell, Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn., which alleges that Honeywell's V5130 gas combination control valves contain a defect which, when used with LP gas water heaters, presents a substantial risk of injury to the public from fires and explosions. The Commission has learned of approximately 64 explosion incidents involving this control valve-- including 16 deaths and approximately 35 incidents of personal injury to consumers. The complaint is limited to valves used in water heaters fueled by LP gas. Since LP gas is heavier than air, it does not vent easily and, in the case of a leak, tends to settle toward the floor, accumulate there, and may lead to an explosion when touched off by a nearby ignition source. The combination valve serves the dual purpose of regulating the gas supplied to the water heater and the safety function of shutting off the gas supply when the pilot light becomes extinguished. The complaint alleges that the design of the valve knob, which utilizes plastic lugs keyed into the metal slots of the gas cock, is defective. It maintains that V5130 controls which were made between 1958 and 1976, have knobs that can be easily worn and broken such that the knob can become reversed (rotated 180°) with respect to the gas cock. Should this happen, the knob could become stuck in the depressed position and defeat the pilot-flame safety system. Thereafter, if the pilot flame should go out, the water cools, the thermostat calls for heat, and the control valve opens to heat the water. As a result, substantial quantities of unburned gas will be released through the pilot and main burners and create a serious explosion and/or fire hazard. This control was used on various water heaters manufactured by numerous different manufacturers. Some of the controls are identifiable by the Honeywell name on the front faceplate. Others may only have the name of the water heater manufacturer. The consumer may need to consult his LP gas supplier or a qualified plumber to get positive identification of the valve. Persons who become aware of explosion or fire incidents that may be associated with this product should contact the CPSC on its toll-free Hotline 800-638-CPSC. Information regarding this matter may also be obtained by calling the CPSC toll-free Hotline. The teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1984/Honeywell-V5130-Gas-Valve-Announcing-Issuance-Of-Complaint","Title":"Honeywell-V5130 Gas Valve AnnouncingIssuance Of Complaint","ConsumerContact":null,"LastPublishDate":"2014-12-30T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Honeywell V5130 gas combination control valves","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses","CategoryID":"1971","NumberOfUnits":""}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[],"Injuries":[],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Honeywell","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[],"Remedies":[],"RemedyOptions":[]},{"RecallID":4329,"RecallNumber":"83029","RecallDate":"1983-05-24T00:00:00","Description":"Smoke Detectors Recalled By Honeywell NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 1983 Release # 83-029 Honeywell To Recall Certain Battery-Operated Smoke Detectors WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Honeywell Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, today announced a voluntary recall affecting over 770,000 model TC89B and TC89C battery-operated smoke detectors that may not work when smoke is present. Honeywell learned that, because of circuit board mounting problems, some smoke detectors will not sound an alarm when smoke is present, but may alarm when the test button is pushed. Honeywell is asking consumers to return any detectors that have this defect for a replacement. Since Honeywell no longer makes residential smoke detectors, the firm will replace returned units with a comparable model produced by another manufacturer. Honeywell produced the affected detectors in 1977 and 1978. These models, which were sold nationally and in Canada, carry the model number TC89B and TC89C and have a date code between 7601 and 7820. The model numbers and date codes are found under the smoke detector cover, inside the detector on a piece of gray cardboard. To identify affected detectors, consumers should remove the cover from the detector. If the first five characters of the identification number contained on the piece of gray cardboard are TC89B or TC89C, and the date code is ANY NUMBER FROM 7601 THROUGH 7820, the detector should be carefully checked for proper operation in accordance with the instructions below. This action does not apply to Honeywell smoke detectors with date codes of 7821 or higher. Honeywell recommends that consumers check the battery and then carefully check to determine if the smoke detector is working properly by using an extinguished candle to create smoke near the detector. Consumers should cease to use broom handles or similar objects to push the test button on Honeywell smoke detectors. If the detector does not alarm with the presence of smoke, consumers should contact Honeywell on its toll-free number 800-328-8194 or write Honeywell Consumer Affairs, 10400 Yellow Circle Drive, Minnetonka, Minn. 55343. to see if your detector is covered by the recall. Because smoke detectors are important warning devices, Honeywell and the Commission urge consumers to replace non-working smoke detectors with new ones immediately. Both Honeywell and the Consumer Product Safety Commission strongly recommend the use of smoke detectors and further recommend that consumers regularly check smoke detectors, regardless of brand, to ensure proper operation. Consumers wishing further information may call the CPSC toll free Hotline at 800-638-CPSC, A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the recall of certain Honeywell smoke detectors. The model number (TC89B or TC89C) and date code ( 7601 to 7820) are found under the smoke detector cover, inside the detector on gray cardboard (see illustration above). Consumers should call Honeywell on 800-328-8194 for further information.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1983/Honeywell-To-Recall-Certain-Battery-Operated-Smoke-Detectors","Title":"Smoke Detectors Recalled By Honeywell","ConsumerContact":null,"LastPublishDate":"2014-12-19T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Honeywell smoke detectors","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Smoke Detectors/Alarms","CategoryID":"2135","NumberOfUnits":""}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[],"Injuries":[],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Honeywell","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"Fire & Fire-Related Burn","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[],"RemedyOptions":[]},{"RecallID":4214,"RecallNumber":"82001","RecallDate":"1982-01-15T00:00:00","Description":"Gas Control Valves Recalled By Honeywell NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 1982 Release # 82-001 Explosion Hazard Results In Recall Of Honeywell Heating Gas Control Valves-- Investigation Continuing WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 15) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of more than 200,000 gas control valves used in heating appliances fueled by LP ( Liquid Propane) gas because they may create an explosion hazard. CPSC staff are continuing to investigate the use of 2.5 million of the same gas control valve in heating appliances fueled by natural gas to determine whether a similar explosion hazard is presented. These gas control valves were last manufactured in 1972. CPSC has been informed of 28 explosion incidents involving LP fueled appliances which have occurred since February 1972, in which Honeywell valves, which are a component in an overall furnace system were present. These incidents resulted in 5 deaths and 21 injuries. The valves being recalled were manufactured from 1966 through 1972 and distributed to a variety of manufacturers for use on their LP fueled heating appliances which were principally central furnaces, but also boilers, unit heaters, conversion burners and space heaters. The recall is being conducted voluntarily by the manufacturer of the valves, Honeywell, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota. The combination valves serve the dual purpose of regulating the gas supplied to the appliance and of shutting off the gas supply when the pilot light is extinguished. In a number of these incidents, it is alleged that the valve may have failed allowing LP gas to leak. Because LP gas, unlike natural gas, is heavier than air, it may accumulate near the floor. If the gas is exposed to an ignition source such as electric sparks or matches, an explosion may occur causing property damage and personal injury. The recall pertains to combination gas control valves which bear one of the following model numbers and were used in LP fueled heating appliances: C5133 C5134 CS5133 CS5134 V4136 V4146 V5118 v5189 V7284 V8129 V8136 V8139 V8146 VS8133 VS8138 VS8141 Consumers should exercise caution when attempting to locate the valve and its model number which is located on the side of the gas valve. To locate the valve, consumers may have to remove the access panel on the front of their heating appliance. If any odor of leaking gas is present, consumers should not attempt to locate the valve, but should instead, immediately contact their gas supplier for assistance. When looking for the valve and model number, consumers should be careful not to use matches or any other ignition source which could cause any accumulated gas to explode. Honeywell voluntarily initiated the gas valve recall in March 1980, and have contacted LP gas suppliers nationwide, who in turn have contacted LP gas users. Consumers who own one of these valves should contact immediately their LP gas supplier or the nearest Honeywell Residential Office to arrange to have a new control valve installed free-of-charge. Anyone who has difficulty locating the control valve or its model number should contact their local LP gas supplier or Honeywell by writing to Honeywell, Inc., (14N 38-4286), 10400 Yellow Circle Drive, Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343. The Commission is seeking complaint and incident data concerning gas control valves and encourages consumers to report this information to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's toll-free hot line at 800-638-2772.","URL":"https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1982/Explosion-Hazard-Results-In-Recall-Of-Honeywell-Heating-Gas-Control-Valves---Investigation-Continuing","Title":"Gas Control Valves Recalled By Honeywell","ConsumerContact":null,"LastPublishDate":"2014-12-18T00:00:00","Products":[{"Name":"Honeywell liquid propane (LP) gas heaters","Description":"","Model":"","Type":"Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses","CategoryID":"1971","NumberOfUnits":""}],"Inconjunctions":[],"Images":[],"Injuries":[],"Manufacturers":[{"Name":"Honeywell","CompanyID":""}],"Retailers":[],"Importers":[],"Distributors":[],"SoldAtLabel":null,"ManufacturerCountries":[],"ProductUPCs":[],"Hazards":[{"Name":"Explosion/Projectiles","HazardType":"","HazardTypeID":""}],"Remedies":[],"RemedyOptions":[]}]