Monessen Hearth Systems recalls electronically controlled gas fireplaces and inserts with serial numbers 11-X-027322 to 12-P-037583 due to fire hazard from uncontrolled gas flow. Consumers must stop using and contact for free repair.
A control component in the fireplaces and inserts can prevent the unit from lighting though gas continues to flow, posing a fire hazard.
Monessen Hearth Systems is recalling electronically controlled gas fireplaces and inserts that could cause fire if gas continues to flow without lighting. This affects specific models with serial numbers starting from 11-X-027322. Consumers must stop using the fireplace immediately and contact Monessen for a free repair.
A control component in the fireplaces can prevent the unit from lighting, but gas continues to flow. This creates a fire hazard if the unit is left unattended or if the gas accumulates.
Owners of Monessen, Majestic, or Vermont Castings gas fireplaces and inserts with serial numbers in the specified ranges are affected. Those who use these units for heating or cooking are at highest risk.
Check the serial number on the rating plate inside the control door. The serial number format is [two digits]-[letter]-[six digits], with specific ranges listed in the recall notice.
Immediately turn off the fireplace using the master control switch inside the control door.
Reach out to Monessen Hearth Systems Company to arrange a free repair for the affected unit.
Consumers should immediately stop using and turn off the fireplace using the master control switch on the command center which is located inside the control door. Consumers should contact Monessen Hearth Systems Company to arrange a free repair.
This recall includes electronically controlled Majestic, Monessen, and Vermont Castings direct-vent and B-vent gas fireplaces and inserts with serial numbers from 11-X-027322 to 12-P-037583.
Look for the serial number on the rating plate inside the control door. The format is [two digits]-[letter]-[six digits], with specific ranges listed in the recall notice.
Yes, the hazard can cause fire if gas continues to flow without lighting, which may lead to serious injury or property damage.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Monessen Hearth Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1239 — Monessen Hearth Systems Signature Command™ (electronically) Controlled Direct and B-Vent Gas Fireplaces an Hello, I own a Signature Command™ (electronically) Controlled Direct and B-Vent Gas Fireplaces and Inserts that is covered by recall 1239 from Monessen Hearth Systems. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using and turn off the fireplace using the master control switch on the command center which is located inside the control door. Consumers should contact Monessen Hearth Systems Company to arrange a free repair. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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