The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereCPSC·05031·Announced 2004-11-01

Robertshaw Recalls TS-11 Thermal Safety Control Gas Valves

Robertshaw Controls is recalling TS-11 gas valves used in commercial cooking equipment because they may stick open if the pilot light goes out, posing a fire and explosion risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves significant injury reports, including third-degree burns, and property damage from flash fires, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Robertshaw Controls Company is recalling approximately 123,544 TS-11 Thermal Safety Control Gas Valves and 37,350 "magnet heads" for the gas valves. These products were installed in commercial cooking equipment with pilot lights, such as ranges, griddles, fryers, and warming trays. The recalled items were produced between February 2003 and August 2004 and can be identified by date codes 0306 through 0432.

The recall is due to a defect where the gas valve can stick in an open position if the pilot light goes out. This allows gas to continue flowing, which can result in a gas explosion and fire. The company has received 12 reports of flash fires, including 9 reports of injuries involving first, second, and third-degree burns.

Commercial food service managers should contact Robertshaw Controls Company toll-free at (800) 232-9389 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.robertshaw.com to arrange for free repair or replacement. If gas is smelled near the appliance or in the building, individuals should immediately leave the area and call the gas company or a certified gas technician. If no gas is smelled, pilot lights should be checked; if any are out, they should not be relit, and the appliance should be examined by a qualified technician.

The recalled product

Product
Robertshaw TS-11 Thermal Safety Control Gas Valve and the "magnet head" on the gas valve
Manufacturer
Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, California
Category
Consumer Product — Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
123,544

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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