Key Takeaway
Fu San Machinery Recalls Low Lead Ball Valves Installed in Flammable Gas Lines Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards by Fu San Machinery Co. Ltd., of Taiwan was recalled on December 11, 2012. What to do: Consumers should turn off the gas supply until a replacement gas valve has been professionally installed. Consumers should contact Danville Sales whic...
Fu San Machinery Recalls Low Lead Ball Valves Installed in Flammable Gas Lines Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards
Description
This recall involves seven brands of sweat and threaded, low lead ball valves used in flammable gas piping systems used in commercial or residential settings. They are brass shut-off valves assembled with pipe lines of ¾ inch and 1 inch and have a date code 1103 through 1112, in YYMM format, where YY is the year and MM is the month. The date code is located under the valve handle. The pipe size is marked on the body of the valve. Fu San's logo and the "O" marking designated for low lead valves are marked on the valves' neck under where the handle assembles. The word "Taiwan" appears on the handle as a country of origin marking. The valves were sold under the following brand names and model numbers: Brand Name Model Number Valve Dimensions/Sweat or Threaded Valves Aqualine BBV-075-LF ¾ inch/Threaded BBV-075S-LF ¾ inch/Sweat BBV-100-LF 1 inch/Threaded BBV-100S-LF 1 inch/Sweat AY McDonald 72032S ¾ inch/Sweat 72032T ¾ inch/Threaded FNW FNWX410AF ¾ inch/Threaded FNWX410AG 1 inch/Threaded FNWX411F ¾ inch/Sweat FNWX411G 1 inch/Sweat Hodes Co. 40-642 1 inch/Threaded 40-662 1 inch /Threaded 40-677 ¾ inch/Sweat 40-687 ¾ inch/Sweat 40-678 1 inch/Sweat 40-688 1 inch/Sweat Legend T1002NL 1 inch/Threaded Leonard Valve 83503 ¾ inch/Sweat 83504 1 inch/Sweat 83538 ¾ inch/Threaded 83539 1 inch/Threaded Mueller 107-844NL ¾ inch/Sweat
Injuries / Consequence
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should turn off the gas supply until a replacement gas valve has been professionally installed. Consumers should contact Danville Sales which, on behalf of Fu San Machinery, will provide compensation of $300 to reimburse customers for costs incurred to remove and return the valve and for purchasing and installing a replacement valve. The affected valve should be returned to the Danville Sales Office for Fu San Machinery with a photo depicting the valve in the gas line before removal and showing the date code on the valve, along with the address and details of the location where the valve was installed. The requested information, the recalled valve, and the consumer name and address should be sent to the address in the Consumer Contact paragraph. Upon receipt, Fu San will reimburse customers in the amount of $300.
Products Affected
Low Lead Ball Valve/Shut-Off Gas Valves
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Company Information
Fu San Machinery Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should turn off the gas supply until a replacement gas valve has been professionally installed. Consumers should contact Danville Sales which, on behalf of Fu San Machinery, will provide com...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.