Hot Water Woes: U.S. Boiler Company Issues Carbon Monoxide Recall for Residential Units

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## If you live in a high-altitude home heated by a U.S. Boiler Company gas-fired boiler, it's time to check your model number and contact the company immediately. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced a recall due to a potential carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.

The issue lies with the boiler's blocked vent switch (BVS). At high altitudes, if the vent system gets clogged, the BVS may malfunction and fail to shut down the boiler. This could lead to a dangerous build-up of carbon monoxide (CO) in your home.

**Here's what you need to know:**

* **Affected models:** The recall applies to U.S. Boiler Company boilers under the brand names U.S. Boiler, New Yorker Boiler, Advantage, FORCE, and Archer.  

*The altitude factor:** Only boilers installed at elevations above 5,400 feet are at risk.

*Symptoms of CO poisoning:** CO is odorless and colorless, making it difficult to detect. Symptoms include headaches, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. At high concentrations, CO poisoning can be fatal.

**What to do:**

1. **Check your boiler:** Locate the model number on your boiler. It's usually on a rating plate.

2. **Verify the altitude:** If you live above 5,400 feet and your boiler model is included in the recall, contact U.S. Boiler Company immediately.

3. **Get a free repair:** The company is offering a free repair that includes replacing the BVS and the main burner gas orifice.

4. **Install CO alarms:** Even if your boiler isn't affected by the recall, having working carbon monoxide alarms on every floor of your home is crucial for safety. 

Don't wait to address this issue. Take action today to ensure your home heating system isn't putting your family at risk. 

*For more information:*

* U.S. Boiler Company:  or 
* U.S. Consumer Product Safety

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