Protect yourself from invisible danger: Urgent recall linked to fatal carbon monoxide poisoning!
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In the sanctity of our homes, we expect safety and comfort, but an invisible threat could be lurking within the walls of many American households.
The GrayVine is here to alert you to an urgent recall that demands immediate attention for the safety of you and your loved ones.
Triangle Tube, a prominent manufacturer of gas boilers, has issued a recall for 60,000 units of their Prestige and Aerco Esteem models.
This recall comes in the wake of a grave discovery–these boilers have the potential to emit deadly carbon monoxide gas due to delayed ignitions or damage to components.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause severe illness and even death when inhaled.
It's often referred to as the “silent killer” because its victims may not realize they're being poisoned until it's too late.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has reported that two individuals have tragically lost their lives due to carbon monoxide poisoning from these boilers.
The first incident involved a 47-year-old woman who succumbed to CO poisoning in 2015, linked to a Prestige Solo 175 boiler.
The second was an 85-year-old man who passed away in 2016 following a repair to his Prestige SOLO TriMax 175 boiler. In addition to these fatalities, there have been 25 reports of carbon monoxide leaks from these boilers, highlighting the severity of the risk.
The affected boilers were sold from December 2011 through April 2019 by wholesale distributors across the country.
If you or someone you know has purchased a boiler during this period, it's crucial to verify whether it is one of the recalled models.
In the meantime, it is essential to ensure that your home is equipped with a functioning carbon monoxide detector near all sleeping areas and to test it regularly.
These simple devices can be lifesaving, alerting you to the presence of CO before it reaches dangerous levels.
To guide you through the process, if you have a Triangle Tube Prestige or Aerco Esteem gas boiler, here's what you need to do:
1. Check the model and serial number on your boiler to see if it's included in the recall.
2. Contact Triangle Tube immediately to arrange for a free repair by a qualified technician.
3. Install carbon monoxide detectors if you haven't already, and test them monthly.
4. Be aware of the symptoms of CO poisoning, which include headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion.
You can contact Triangle Tube toll-free at 877-574-5036 from 8 am to 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or online.
We invite you to share this information with your friends and family to ensure that everyone is aware of the recall and the steps they can take to protect themselves.
Have you experienced issues with your boiler or have concerns about carbon monoxide? Share your story in the comments below.
The GrayVine is here to alert you to an urgent recall that demands immediate attention for the safety of you and your loved ones.
Triangle Tube, a prominent manufacturer of gas boilers, has issued a recall for 60,000 units of their Prestige and Aerco Esteem models.
This recall comes in the wake of a grave discovery–these boilers have the potential to emit deadly carbon monoxide gas due to delayed ignitions or damage to components.
Triangle Tube is recalling 60,000 Prestige and Aerco Esteem gas boilers due to a hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning, which has been linked to two fatalities. Image source: Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause severe illness and even death when inhaled.
It's often referred to as the “silent killer” because its victims may not realize they're being poisoned until it's too late.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has reported that two individuals have tragically lost their lives due to carbon monoxide poisoning from these boilers.
The first incident involved a 47-year-old woman who succumbed to CO poisoning in 2015, linked to a Prestige Solo 175 boiler.
The second was an 85-year-old man who passed away in 2016 following a repair to his Prestige SOLO TriMax 175 boiler. In addition to these fatalities, there have been 25 reports of carbon monoxide leaks from these boilers, highlighting the severity of the risk.
The affected boilers were sold from December 2011 through April 2019 by wholesale distributors across the country.
If you or someone you know has purchased a boiler during this period, it's crucial to verify whether it is one of the recalled models.
In the meantime, it is essential to ensure that your home is equipped with a functioning carbon monoxide detector near all sleeping areas and to test it regularly.
These simple devices can be lifesaving, alerting you to the presence of CO before it reaches dangerous levels.
To guide you through the process, if you have a Triangle Tube Prestige or Aerco Esteem gas boiler, here's what you need to do:
1. Check the model and serial number on your boiler to see if it's included in the recall.
2. Contact Triangle Tube immediately to arrange for a free repair by a qualified technician.
3. Install carbon monoxide detectors if you haven't already, and test them monthly.
4. Be aware of the symptoms of CO poisoning, which include headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion.
You can contact Triangle Tube toll-free at 877-574-5036 from 8 am to 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or online.
We invite you to share this information with your friends and family to ensure that everyone is aware of the recall and the steps they can take to protect themselves.
Have you experienced issues with your boiler or have concerns about carbon monoxide? Share your story in the comments below.
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