CPSC, Cavagna North America Inc., Announce Recall of Safety Relief Valves for Large Propane Tanks
CPSC recall 02230 · announced August 15, 2002 · Omeca · 6,100 units affected
The product
The valves are designed to relieve excess pressure in large propane tanks, typically the 500- to 1,000-gallon size ones. The valves, model 66-1031, are approximately 7 inches long. Writing on the valve reads "OMECA 66-1031." Only valves that contain year and batch codes of "99.02," "99.10", "99.16," "99.27," or "99.28" are included in the recall. The valves from these batch codes were installed on tanks that were refurbished or manufactured after May 1999.
The hazard
The recalled valves can have sharp internal edges that can cut into gasket seals in the valves, causing a propane gas leak. This poses a risk of fire or burn injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
LP distributors, LP tank owners and propane gas users with recalled valves should immediately contact Cavagna to schedule an appointment, to have the safety relief valve replaced at no charge.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Cavagna has received 18 reports of leaking valves. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: The valves were sold to propane processors and distributors nationwide, from May 1999 through May 2002, for between $10 and $15.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Cavagna toll-free at (866) 422-8246 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.