PRA number
2000/4462
Published date
Product description
Model EMS2.
Manufactured between 13/4/1994 and 3/4/1997.
Only units with the letters EMS on the thermostat control panel are affected. Do not operate the heater until the circuit board has been replaced.
Manufactured between 13/4/1994 and 3/4/1997.
Only units with the letters EMS on the thermostat control panel are affected. Do not operate the heater until the circuit board has been replaced.
Reasons the product is recalled
A defect in the circuit board may lead to the gas flow being activated without being ignited. Heaters installed in a confined space or LPG units have a higher potential safety risk as they could concentrate any gas being emitted in one location.
The hazards to consumers
Explosion.
What consumers should do
Call Brivis Hotline 1800 731 731 to record your details. Or alternatively visit their website www.brivis.com.au. Brivis will book a time for the service technician to come to your home and replace the circuit board entirely without cost.
Supplier
Brivis Australia Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
