CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/67570r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/67570r-eng.php
Hydrolevel Recalls Controllers for Slant/Fin Boilers Due to Fire Hazard
This recall involves the Hydrolevel HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller which is a black rectangular control unit for residential Slant/Fin VSPH boilers. The unit has six small LED lights and the word 'Hydrostat' on the front. The controller says HydroStat on the front and HydroStat Model 3000 on the back.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.
Contact Information
Slant Fin at 800-873-4346 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday though Friday or Hydrolevel at 800-654-0768 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.hydrolevel.com and click Contact Us for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller
Injuries
Hydrolevel has received five reports of the recalled controllers failing to shut down the boilers after they reach the high temperature limit. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufacturer
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
19016
Product Information
Product Name
HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers
Number of Units
About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Distributed By
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Manufactured In
United States