DESA Heating Products Recalls Compact Gas Fireplaces

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) September 5, 2005 -- The burner tube connection to the gas valve can leak gas when the main burner is on. This leaking gas can ignite, causing a minor flare-up, which could cause nearby combustibles to ignite. DESA has received one report of a minor flare-up of the fireplace. DESA has received no reports of personal injury or property damage.

They have the following model names and number: Vanguard (VMH10TPC & VMH10TNC) and FMI (EFS10TPA & EFS10TNA). They have serial numbers between 015200000 and 017400000. The model and serial numbers are on the end of the shipping carton and on the model data tags inside the lower access door of the compact fireplaces.

Consumers should stop using this fireplace immediately and contact your retailer to schedule a free repair. You can also contact DESA toll-free at (866) 279-3225 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the DESA Web site at www.desatech.com.

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