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Gas Boilers Recalled by Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

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Name of Product:
Gas Boilers
Hazard:

A problem with the boiler's ignition due to insufficient output voltage from the boiler's transformer can damage the boiler's venting. This can result in leaking flue gases, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
September 22, 2009
Units:

About 85

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Bosch Thermotechnology at (800) 283-3787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.buderus.net.

Recall Details

Description:

The recall involves the Buderus GB312 gas-fired, floor standing condensing boilers. Model numbers included in this recall are: 312/90, 312/120, 312/160, 312/200, 312/240 and 312/280. "BUDERUS GB312" is printed on the front of the boiler. The boilers are blue, approximately 60 inches high and between 39 and 55 inches wide.

Remedy:

Bosch has directly contacted consumers who purchased the recalled boilers, inspected and, if necessary, repaired the boilers.

Incidents/Injuries:

No incidents or injuries reported in the United States. Two incidents were reported in Germany, neither of which resulted in injury.

Sold At:
Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbing and heating contractors nationwide from April 2008 through February 2009 for between $12,000 and $24,000 installed.
Manufacturer(s):
Bosch Thermotechnology Gmbh, of Germany
Importer(s):

Bosch Thermotechnology Corp., of Londonderry, N.H.

Manufactured In:
Germany
Recall number:
09-770

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