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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2012-12-04

Gas Fireplace Inserts Recalled by Jotul North America Due to Electrical Shock and Burn Hazards

Is my product affected?

Jotul and Scan gas fireplace inserts

  • Brand Jotul North America, of Gorham, Maine

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Jotul North America has recalled four models of gas fireplace inserts sold under the Jotul and Scan brand names. The inserts, which fit into existing vented fireplaces and burn natural gas or liquid propane, contain electrical wiring that can contact the metal rating plate inside the unit, creating electrical shock and burn hazards. The recalled models are the Jotul GI 450 DVII (serial numbers 30001–31056), Jotul GI 450 DV TSI, Scan 45i (serial numbers 1001–1182), and Scan 45i TSI.

Consumers who own a recalled fireplace insert should immediately stop using it and unplug it. They should then check the model and serial numbers on the metal rating plate located inside the bottom front panel of the insert. Affected consumers should contact the store where they purchased the insert or contact Jotul directly to schedule a free repair.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The fireplace insert's electrical wiring can come into contact with the metal rating plate on the insert, posing electrical shock and burn hazards to consumers.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled gas fireplace inserts before checking the unit's model and serial numbers. Contact the store where purchased or Jotul directly to schedule a free repair.

Details from the source

This recall involves four models of Jotul and Scan brand gas fireplace inserts. These inserts fit into existing vented fireplaces providing a variety of fireplace effects fueled by natural gas or liquid propane. The fireplace inserts are cast iron or steel and have a glass front, ceramic fiber logs, a gas burner and an electrical cord. They measure about 17 inches by 32 inches. The model and serial numbers are located on a metal rating plate inside the bottom front panel of the fireplace insert. Model Names Model Numbers Serial Numbers Jotul GI 450 DVII 350860 30001 through 31056 Jotul GI 450 DV TSI 350861 Scan 45i 350862 1001 through 1182 Scan 45i TSI 350866

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

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