Notice names this product. Hayward Industries’s 400,000 BTU Universal-HC Series Pool Heaters is named in CPSC recall 26777. Your particular item is not yet verified. Compare the identifiers and exclusions in the notice before deciding whether it applies. Agency-reported hazard: During operation the heaters can produce high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning. Units affected: About 4,600. Agency consumer action: Consumers should stop using the pool heater immediately and contact Hayward Industries to schedule a free in-home inspection and repair by a qualified technician.
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This recall involves Hayward-branded HDFS400 Universal-HC Series pool heaters. The 400,000 BTU dual-fuel gas heaters are brown with black atop and measure 21 inches long, 28 inches wide and 31 inches high. The pool heaters have a digital display control panel at the top and a molded base with integrated tie-down connections. The heater's name plate is below the vent with the word "Hayward" appearing at the bottom of the name plate and the model number "HDFS400" appears at the top of the name plate.
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During operation the heaters can produce high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Company / brand: Hayward Industries recalls
Affected product: 400,000 BTU Universal-HC Series Pool Heaters recall status
Official ID 26777 · Official notice ↗
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