Carlin Combustion Technology Inc., of North Haven, Conn. product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 10, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Carlin Recalls Williamson and Thermoflo Furnaces and Boilers Equipped with Carlin Burners Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

16731

Brand / firm

Carlin Combustion Technology Inc., of North Haven, Conn.

Sold / distributed

Heating and plumbing contractors that install Williamson-Thermoflo heating and plumbing equipment nationwide from April 2015 through November 2015 for about $500 for the burners.

Why it was recalled

A wiring malfunction can result in the burners failing to shut off, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

The recall includes Williamson and Thermoflo furnaces and boilers with Carlin oil burners with an installation date label between April 1, 2015 and November 31, 2015. The installation date is printed on a label on the outside of the furnace or boiler. Recalled furnaces have a Carlin burner inside of the furnace, behind the furnace grate. Recalled boilers have a Carlin burner attached to the outside of the boiler enclosure. "Carlin" is printed in white letters on the face of the burner nameplate.

What to do

Consumers should immediately contact Carlin to arrange for a free repair. Consumers who cannot locate their installation date label can also contact Carlin. Carlin is contacting installers directly to make repairs on furnaces that were installed in consumer's homes.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.