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Product Recall
Hydrolevel Recalls Controllers for Slant/Fin Boilers Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller for Slant/Fin boilers.
HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers
Recall Date: October 18th, 2018
Units: About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)
Hazards: A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
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/.
Description
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.
Consumer Contact:
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.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.
Manufacturers:
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Retailers:
Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller
Distributors:
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
