HEAT-N-GLO® Gem 36 and Gem 42 gas fireplaces
CPSC Recall #05-162 — April 26, 2005
Product
HEAT-N-GLO® Gem 36 and Gem 42 gas fireplaces
Description
The recall involves all HEAT-N-GLO® Gem 36 and Gem 42 direct vent gas fireplaces. The model number is located on the rating plate inside the unit on the base pan in front of the gas control. The rating plate can be accessed by removing the lower grille on the fireplace. This recall also includes Gem 36 fireplaces that recently received a replacement burner assembly.
Hazard
Gas in the fireplace can accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter and create a risk of burns or lacerations from broken glass.
Incidents / Injuries
Heat & Glo has received 21 reports of shattered glass, including four minor injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the fireplaces immediately and contact Heat & Glo to make arrangements for a free repair. To be sure that no one uses the fireplace by mistake, consumers should shut off the gas supply to the fireplace by removing the lower grille on the fireplace and turning off the ball valve (red lever) on the gas supply line.
Units Affected
About 7,800
Sold At
Dealers and distributors of Hearth products nationwide sold the fireplace from July 2002 through April 2005 for between $2,380 and $2,700.
Manufacturer
Heat & Glo, of Lakeville, Minn.