Trane and American Standard Recall Accessory Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

Name of product:

Accessory heaters installed in TAM7 and TAM8 air handlers

Hazard:

Heaters installed with reverse polarity on one of the breakers can cause the heater to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Recall Details:

Units:

About 3,900

Description:

This recall involves Trane and American Standard brand accessory heaters manufactured between November 2014 and March 2015 and installed in TAM7 and TAM8 air handlers as a primary or secondary heat source. Models included in the recall are BAYEVBC15BK1BAA (15 KW Electric Heater) with serial numbers 1447B2BP1X through 1512B2CDDX and Model BAYEVCC25BK1BAA (25 KW Electric Heater) with serial numbers 1503B2AP0X through 1513B2BHXX. Due to the electrical risk, only a certified HVAC repair person should verify the model and serial numbers on the nameplate on the inside of the air handler.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received 10 reports of the heaters tripping circuit breakers, including one report of heat-related damage to the unit. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function by switching the system to cooling mode or off, and contact their Trane or American Standard independent dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement. The system’s air conditioning or cooling function may still be used. Trane is contacting its customers directly, or call KEIL at 800-300-KEIL and let us deal with it.

Reference: Trane and American Standard Recall Accessory Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

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