Revco Recalls Gas Sniffer Carbon Monoxide Detectors Due to Alarm Failure

Plain-English summary

Revco Products Inc. is recalling 10,043 Model 840 Gas Sniffer carbon monoxide detectors in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall is necessary because the detector's alarm may fail to sound at hazardous levels of carbon monoxide, which could expose consumers to serious injury or death.

The affected detectors are rectangular, tan, plastic units measuring approximately 3.5 inches wide by 4 inches tall by 1.5 inches deep. They feature horizontal and vertical vents, the words "Gas Sniffer" on the front, and an on/off switch near two small red and green lights. The model number, company name, and address are located on a sticker on the back of the device.

These detectors were sold in the eastern United States from June 1986 to August 1995 through various coal stove and fireplace accessory stores, often as accessories with coal stoves. They were also sold separately for up to $74.95. The units were packaged in a rectangular, red and white cardboard box labeled "Gas Sniffer ... Safety First ... FOR: Coal Stove ... Central Heating ... Portable Heaters..." and included a black plastic cord and black adaptor plug.

Consumers who own a Model 840 carbon monoxide detector should stop using it immediately and return it to Revco Products at 5622-B Research Dr., Huntington Beach, Calif. 92649. Revco will provide a replacement carbon monoxide detector and reimburse consumers for postage expenses up to $3. For more information, consumers can call Revco Products at (800) 658-4658. CPSC and Revco Products are not aware of any injuries involving this product, and the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

The recalled product

Product

Gas Sniffer carbon monoxide detectors

Manufacturer

Revco

Category

Consumer Product — Safety Equipment

Hazard

• carbon-monoxide-exposure
• alarm-failure

Distribution

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