One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves
CPSC Recall #10-087 — December 21, 2009
Product
One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves
Description
This recall involves the one-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief valves, which are typically used in large water heaters for commercial buildings or possibly for large homes. The valves bear item codes 0259844 (75 psi/210°F); 0259924 (100 psi/210°F); 0259708 (150 psi/210°F); 0259925 (125 psi/210°F); and 0259930 (150 psi/210°F). The affected date codes are 0641R through 0930R. The date code is printed after the model number "M15" on a green metal tag fastened to the pressure relief valve.
Hazard
The relief valve can fail to reduce pressure and avert failure or rupture of the water heater tank and associated valves, posing rupture and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Watts Regulator to schedule a free repair.
Units Affected
About 900
Sold At
Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2006 through July 2009 for between $250 and $280. The valves were typically sold as replacement parts for large water heaters used in commercial locations or possibly large homes.
Manufacturer
Watts Regulator Co., of North Andover, Mass.
Manufactured In
United States