Reported Mar 31, 2015
Giant Factories Recalls Water Heaters Due to Risk of Fire, Explosion
Giant Factories Inc. of Canada
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately ensure there are no combustible materials near the water heater and contact Giant for a free inspection. If the water heater has a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, Giant will replace the water heater free of charge.
Firm contact: Giant at (800) 363-9354 anytime or online at www.giantinc.com then click on Recall Information for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Gas water heaters
- Amount recalled
- About 240
Where it was sold
Sold at Independent distributors in Maryland, New York and Pennsylvania from April 2014 through October 2014 for between $340 and $830..
Why it was recalled
On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and the combustion chamber, the flame arrestor or flame arrestor plate can fail, posing a risk of fire or explosion if flammable liquids or gases are nearby.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported
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