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Non-OEM approved Fixed Orifice Tubes

Last Updated: April 23, 2006 Views: 119
Non-OEM approved Fixed Orifice Tubes in the marketplace
By goHTSN Staff
Jan 23, 2006, 19:11

December 10, 2005, - There has been an increased presence of non-OEM approved Fixed Orifice Tubes (FOT's) showing up in the marketplace. ITW, the only OEM Approved source for Fixed Orifice Tubes, has done extensive testing on these products.

The test results show that there is a HIGH risk of HVAC failure potential when using this product. Proper fit, function, and performance has been sacrificed. Please be aware of these problems and report any findings to your local distributor.

In addition, please send a summary of failures to ITW Filtration Products, attention Jon Burrow. Email Jon at jburrow@itwfiltration.com.

Your quick attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.
Best regards,

ITW Filtration Products
An Illinois Tool Works Company
804 Commercial
Mazon, Illinois 60444
Telephone (815) 448-7300
Fax (815) 488-2066


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