LDR Gas Connectors recalled due to fire and explosion hazard

March 05th, 2008 | Category: DIY

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with LDR Industries Inc., has announced a voluntary recall of about 50,000 LDR 1200 series gas connectors. The connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a fire and explosion endanger. No injuries have been reported.Manufactured in China and sold at hardware stores in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee and Florida from August 2007 to September 2007, for amoung $7 and $20, the

recalled gas connectors were mainly used with gas space heaters. Please check the CPSC press release to verify whether you have the recalled gas connectors.

Stop using the appliance with the recalled connector immediately and contact the place of purchase or LDR Industries at (800) 545-5230, ext. 2345 for directions on returning the gas connectors for a full refund. You may additionally visit their website at ldrind.com.

Original post by Anna Sattler

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