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Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector recalled over a carbon monoxide risk
Product Recall for Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector which does not meet the requirements of the relevant Regulations.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 00200196
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- Ei3014-25W08C002-00223
- Ei3014-25W08C002-00196
- Ei3014-25W08C002-00150
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Ei3014
What to do now
Faulty combustion in Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector could release carbon monoxide into the room.
- Stop using it now and open windows.
- Make sure there is a working carbon monoxide alarm.
- Contact Aico or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Carbon monoxide poisoning can kill. Early symptoms are easily mistaken for flu or tiredness.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- headache
- dizziness
- feeling sick
- breathlessness
- tiredness and confusion
Get help urgently
- if you suspect carbon monoxide, get into fresh air and call the gas emergency line on 0800 111 999; if someone is unwell, call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2504-0285). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector which does not meet the requirements of the relevant Regulations.
The risk
A small quantity of Ei3014 heat alarms were produced with plastic coverings which incorrectly stated that they could also detect carbon monoxide. This may result in consumers being unaware that the alarm they have installed is for heat detection only and cannot detect carbon monoxide.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
Recall of the product from end users.
The issue has been isolated to a small production batch. Affected consumers have been contacted directly.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2504-0285
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A white, battery-powered heat detector.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector been recalled?
Faulty combustion in Aico Ei3014 Heat Detector could release carbon monoxide into the room. Carbon monoxide poisoning can kill. Early symptoms are easily mistaken for flu or tiredness.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode, batch code and model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it now and open windows. Make sure there is a working carbon monoxide alarm.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
