Health Canada Warns Users of a Risk of Glass Explosion from Certain Gas Fireplaces manufactured by CFM Inc. (Majestic Fireplace)

Natural gas and propane-fired direct vent-free standing fireplaces manufactured by CFM Inc. (Majestic Fireplace) that bear the trade names Insta-flame or Northern Flame (Models FSDV22, FSDV30, FSDV32, D222 and D232 Series) should no longer be used. The relief dampers may not function properly, causing the excess gas to ignite and then the glass to explode when lighting the fireplace, posing a serious risk to the safety of Canadians. The word “Series” includes all suffixes and prefixes associated with these models. For example, suffixes to the model number such as "N" could mean natural gas, "T" could be Top Vent and "R" could mean rear vent. These types of variations on the models, among others, would all be included in this advisory. Only models with the letter "R" in the prefix are not included in this advisory.

Fire hazard - Flammability hazard - Injury hazard

Consumers should immediately stop using these fireplaces. Any affected fireplaces currently in use should have the fuel supply disconnected immediately. The manufacturer is no longer in business and there is no retro fit kit available. Contact a licensed gas technician for disconnection. Canadian retailers and distributors of these fireplaces should immediately cease sale. Manufacturers, importers, distributors or retailers that become aware of incidents, including recalls initiated for human health or safety reasons by foreign entities, related to this or any consumer product that they supply are required to report the incident to Health Canada. Guidance on mandatory reporting is available on Health Canada's website. Additional information TSSA Director's Order: Majestic Fireplace - Direct Vent Free Standing Gas Fireplace Regular appliance maintenance for fuel-burning appliances

Natural gas and propane-fired direct vent free-standing fireplaces manufactured by CFM Inc. (Majestic Fireplace) that bear the trade names Insta-flame or Northern Flame (Models FSDV22, FSDV30, FSDV32, D222 and D232 Series).

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