Miles Industries Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2018-12-20 · 19056
Hazards
The trim around the fireplaces can leak hot exhaust air, posing a burn hazard.
Recall
Number
19056
Date
2018-12-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Valor H5 gas fireplaces
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada
Retailer(s)
Northeast Hearth & Home, Sutter Home & Hearth, Wallace's Stove & Fireplace Hearth stores and other stores nationwide and online from June 2014 through March 2018 for about $5,500.
Country of manufacture
Canada
Description
This recall involves Valor H5 gas fireplaces fueled by either natural gas or propane gas. The recalled fireplaces were sold in six different trim options and are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a shatter resistant glass front. They were sold with a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplace exhaust is vented to the outside through a ventilation duct. The model number and serial number are printed on a rating sheet behind the trim. Model Number Product Name Serial Number Range 1100 Natural Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1100N10000 - 1100N12173 1100 Propane Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1100P20000 - 1100P21132 1150 Natural Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1150N10000 - 1150N11448 1150 Propane Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1150P20000 - 1150P20822