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Robertshaw® has been creating and implementing innovative solutions throughout its history. Robertshaw continues to develop ground-breaking solutions that make products more effective, more efficient, and more attainable.

The Robertshaw® TS Series Thermomagnetic Safety Valve is a control used to cut off the flow of gas to the burner in the event of a pilot outage. The magnet assembly is energized by voltage generated by a thermocouple that is heated by the pilot flame. When this flame is extinguished, the thermocouple voltage decreases until a spring overcomes the magnetic force and closes off both the pilot and main gas. This control can be used for commercial and residential ovens, infrared heaters, chicken and pig brooders, recreational vehicle gas appliances and many more applications requiring automatic safety valves.

A major manufacturer of hot surface gas ranges realized that their piecemeal approach to constructing gas systems was inefficient. Managing multiple vendors for burner, igniter, gas valve, gas pressure regulator, and thermostat components complicated their manufacturing processes.

On the road to leadership in its category, a premium electric car manufacturer recognized the need for high-performing coolant control valves. These valves would empower their automobile’s thermal management system to conserve battery power and extend vehicle drive range. The rigor of an automotive application also demanded durability from the coolant control valve.

Robertshaw® has been creating and implementing innovative solutions throughout its history. Robertshaw continues to develop ground-breaking solutions that make products more effective, more efficient, and more attainable.

The Robertshaw® 1720 Series Thermomagnetic Safety Valve is a control used to cut off the flow of gas to the burner in the event of a pilot outage. The magnet assembly is energized by voltage generated by a thermocouple that is heated by the pilot flame. When this flame is extinguished, the thermocouple voltage decreases until a spring overcomes the magnetic force and closes off both the pilot and main gas. This control can be used for commercial and residential ovens, infrared heaters, chicken and pig brooders, recreational vehicle gas appliances and many more applications requiring automatic safety valves.

The Robertshaw 700 series 24 volt combination gas valves offer replacement flexibility. With capacities ranging to 720000 BTU, 3-position outlets and multi-positional capability, these combination gas valves offer unlimited replacement possibilities. The 24 volt Uni-Kit models are suitable for either natural or LP gas. The valve is factory set at 3.5 Inch WC natural gas. A regulator cover plate is included to convert to LP gas. Reliability, performance, flexibility and ease of installation and service in one compact control. Models that have a safety magnet have a notched or slotted magnet for applications requiring the use of an ECO energy cut-off switch. The automatic pilot safety valve is separate from the gas cock and provides gas shutoff in case of pilot outage. Valves can be mounted in any position except upside down.

Robertshaw Controls Combination Gas Valve, Series: 700, 1/2 x 3/4 Inch Size, FNPT, 240000 BTU/hr Capacity, 1/2 psi, -40 to 175 deg F, 24 VAC at 50/60 Hz, 0.2 amp, Natural, LP Gas, 1/4 Inch Tube Pilot Gas Connection, 3-1/2 Inch WC Natural Regulator Adjustment

The Robertshaw 1720 Series Thermomagnetic Safety Valve is a control used to cut off the flow of gas to the burner in the event of a pilot outage. The magnet assembly is energized by voltage generated by a thermocouple that is heated by the pilot flame. When this flame is extinguished, the thermocouple voltage decreases until a spring overcomes the magnetic force and closes off both the pilot and main gas. This control can be used for commercial and residential ovens, infrared heaters, chicken and pig brooders, recreational vehicle gas appliances and many more applications requiring automatic safety valves.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product.

Description:The FS Flame Switches and FM Automatic Safety Valves being recalled are installed on natural and liquid propane (LP) gas commercial cooking equipment, such as ranges, pasta cookers, deep fat fryers or griddles. The recalled FS Flame Switches were installed on the following commercial cooking equipment brands: Keating (of Chicago), PMI Food Equipment Group, Vulcan, Southbend, Blodgett, Toastmaster, and Wolf Range. The recalled FM Automatic Safety Valves were installed on the following commercial cooking equipment brands: Bari (Restaurant and Pizzeria), Southbend, and Blodgett. The model and/or serial numbers can be found on the cooking appliance identification plate located on the appliance. For a list of appliances with recalled switches and valves, visit www.robertshaw.com

Sold by:Original equipment manufacturers and food service equipment dealers to commercial food service providers (such as restaurants) nationwide from August 2005 through June 2006 for the FS Flame Switches and from April 2006 through June 2006 for FM Automatic Valves. Consumers who had cooking equipment installed or serviced before August 2005 are not affected.

Remedy: Consumers who believe they could have recalled safety valves on their cooking appliances should contact Robertshaw Controls Co. who will arrange for a free replacement, if necessary. If you smell gas near the appliance or in the building, immediately leave the area and call your gas company or a certified gas technician to investigate the cause.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Robertshaw Controls Co. toll-free at (800) 232-9389 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at robertshaw.com to review a list of the appliances with recalled switches and valves.