Watts Water Technologies Recalls Rotor and Shaft Assemblies Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 09710 · announced November 20, 2008 · Watts Water Technologies · 15 units affected
The product
The Rotor and Shaft Assembly was sold separately or as part of the model F10-13 Float Pilot. These components are used in certain fire suppression systems and domestic water supply applications.
The hazard
If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Distributors, contractors and consumers with the recalled rotor and shaft assemblies were contacted directly and the affected units were replaced.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Distributors and contractors from December 2007 through August 2008 for about $420.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Watts at (800) 615-9394 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT 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.