CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The safety relief plug can allow pressure to build in the cylinder of an HVAC pressure testing tool or Nitrous Oxide system. If the cylinder is overfilled and overheated, it can burst, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Rehvac Manufacturing Recalls Safety Relief Plugs Due to Injury Hazard; Plugs Used on Nitrous Oxide Systems and Heating and Air Conditioning Service Tools
This recall involves the 3000-PSI safety plugs used in the cylinders of Nitrous Oxide systems and in HVAC pressure testing tools. The Nitrous Oxide systems are used as gas boosters for motor vehicles. The plugs are nickel-plated. The number "3000" is stamped on the face of the plug.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the cylinders that contain the recalled plugs and place them in a cool location. Consumers should contact Rehvac for a free replacement plug.
Contact Information
For additional information, call Rehvac at (800) 856-5668 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.oemregs.com
Recall Details
Sold At
HVAC and Nitrous Oxide systems suppliers and retailers nationwide. The safety plugs for the HVAC pressure testing tools were sold from January 2007 through June 2007 and the safety plugs for the Nitrous Oxide cylinders were sold from August 2006 through J
Injuries
The firm has received one report of a cylinder that was overheated and overfilled and burst. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Rehvac Manufacturing Co., of San Antonio, Texas
Recall Number
07263
Product Information
Product Name
Relief Plugs Used on Nitrous Oxide Systems and HVAC Service Tools
Product Type
Safety Relief Plugs
Number of Units
About 4,700
Manufacturer Name
Rehvac Manufacturing Co., of San Antonio, Texas
Manufactured In
United States