BlueSense and BlueHelix gasboiler / heat exchanger
Microbiological Gas appliances and components Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01813/23 |
| Brand | Ferroli |
| Category | Gas appliances and components |
| Risk Type | Microbiological |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | BlueHelix, BlueSense |
| Published | 18 August 2023 |
Risk Description
Water remaining in the boiler from the factory can cause Legionella bacteria to proliferate and produce a bio-film in the heat exchanger and piping. This can lead to Legionella infection from a shower for example, causing severe illness or even death. The product does not comply with the Regulation on appliances burning gaseous fuels (GAR).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 27/07/2023
Product Description
Central heating boiler, serial number starting with 22 or 23 (year of production 2022 & 2023).