Reported Jul 16, 2015
Reliance Worldwide Recalls Cash Acme Heatguard Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) Devices Due to Scald Hazard
Reliance Worldwide Corp. of Atlanta, Ga.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should use caution when turning on faucets and showers with the recalled TAFR device installed and immediately contact Reliance Worldwide to receive a free replacement TAFR. Consumers will be mailed a replacement TAFR device with step-by-step installation instructions, and a postage pre-paid envelope to return the recalled TAFR to Reliance Worldwide.
Firm contact: Reliance Worldwide toll-free (844) 441-1496 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.cashacme.com and click "Recall Info" for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Cash Acme Heatguard Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) Device
- Amount recalled
- About 26,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Plumbing retailers and wholesalers including: Antiscald, Inc., Best Plumbing Specialties, Coley Electrical and Plumbing Supply, Dutton Lainson Company, FEI, Grainger, HD Supply, M-One Specialties, Security Supply, The Alzheimer's Store, TM O'Donnell, and Westco Pipe and Supply from December 2014 through May 2015 for about $30..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The thermal element in the TAFR can fail to operate, causing the users to come in contact with water that is hotter than expected. This poses a risk of scalding injury.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: None reported
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