CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The thermal element in the TAFR can fail to operate, causing the users to come in contact with water that is hotter than expected. This poses a risk of scalding injury.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • July 16, 2015

Reliance Worldwide Recalls Cash Acme Heatguard Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) Devices Due to Scald Hazard

This recall involves Cash Acme Heatguard® brand Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) devices. The Heatguard® TAFR is a metal, cylindrical-shaped thermostatic device used on lavatory faucets and showers. TAFR flow reducers sense high temperature water and reduce water flow if the temperature achieves 120° F (49° C). These devices may be used in private and public housing, child care centers, hospitals, hotels and motels. The following three TAFR models sold from December 2014 to May 2015 are included in the recall. TAFR Name Model Number Shower Safe Assembly SD-LF #24718 Tap Safe Assembly TD-LF #24719 Shower Safe Assembly SD-01 #24110-0000

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should use caution when turning on faucets and showers with the recalled TAFR device installed and immediately contact Reliance Worldwide to receive a free replacement TAFR. Consumers will be mailed a replacement TAFR device with step-by-step installation instructions, and a postage pre-paid envelope to return the recalled TAFR to Reliance Worldwide.

Contact Information

Reliance Worldwide toll-free (844) 441-1496 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.cashacme.com and click "Recall Info" for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Plumbing retailers and wholesalers including: Antiscald, Inc., Best Plumbing Specialties, Coley Electrical and Plumbing Supply, Dutton Lainson Company, FEI, Grainger, HD Supply, M-One Specialties, Security Supply, The Alzheimer's Store, TM O'Donnell, and
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
15187

Product Information

Product Name
Cash Acme Heatguard Temperature Actuated Flow Reducing (TAFR) Device
Product Type
Hot Water
Number of Units
About 26,000
Distributed By
Reliance Worldwide Corp. of Atlanta, Ga.
Manufactured In
United States

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (844) 441-1496
Website www.cashacme.com
Full Contact Information

Reliance Worldwide toll-free (844) 441-1496 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.cashacme.com and click "Recall Info" for more information.