Certain "Packaged Gas Electric" heating and cooling units, or "Gas-Packs"
CPSC Recall #06-011 — October 18, 2005
Product
Certain "Packaged Gas Electric" heating and cooling units, or "Gas-Packs"
Description
The recall involves certain limited "Gas-Packs" sold under the brand names Airquest, Arcoaire, Comfortmaker, Heil, Keeprite, Kenmore, ICP Commercial, and Tempstar. The affected units were manufactured between the 41st week of 2000 and the 26th week of 2003 and are installed outside the home. The model and serial numbers of affected units are printed on the unit's rating plate as shown in the photo below. Model numbers appear in the following typical format: PGC036K060A; serial numbers appear in the following typical format: L004112345. Affected models begin with PGC, PGF, PGS, GPFM, GPSM, or GPCM. Please contact the ICP phone number below with the complete model and serial number from your unit, or visit www.icpusa.com, for assistance in determining whether your unit is covered.
Hazard
The unit's control board can ignite and, in certain units, can result in the ignition of flammable material adjacent to the unit.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received three reports of minor property damage. There are no reports of injuries.
Remedy
Consumers with recalled units will receive a free replacement control board and capacitor installed.
Units Affected
About 28,700
Sold At
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning dealers and contractors nationwide between October 2000 and September 2005.
Manufacturer
International Comfort Products LLC, of Lewisburg, Tenn.
Manufactured In
U.S.