Valor H5 gas fireplaces
CPSC Recall #19-056 — December 20, 2018
Product
Valor H5 gas fireplaces
Description
This recall involves Valor H5 gas fireplaces fueled by either natural gas or propane gas. The recalled fireplaces were sold in six different trim options and are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a shatter resistant glass front. They were sold with a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplace exhaust is vented to the outside through a ventilation duct. The model number and serial number are printed on a rating sheet behind the trim.Model NumberProduct NameSerial Number Range1100 Natural GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1100N10000 – 1100N121731100 Propane GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1100P20000 – 1100P211321150 Natural GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1150N10000 – 1150N114481150 Propane GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1150P20000 – 1150P20822
Hazard
The trim around the fireplaces can leak hot exhaust air, posing a burn hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Miles Industries has received one report of mantle charring. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact Miles Industries to schedule a free repair.
Units Affected
About 1,000 (in addition, about 1,900 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Northeast Hearth & Home, Sutter Home & Hearth, Wallace's Stove & Fireplace Hearth stores and other stores nationwide and online from June 2014 through March 2018 for about $5,500.
Manufacturer
Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada
Manufactured In
Canada