CPSC2011-05-26
Eight Manufacturers Recall Pool and In-Ground Spa Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings
A&A Manufacturing, of Phoenix, Ariz.
Hazard
The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
Remedy
Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement or retrofit, depending on their make and model. Except for kiddie pools, wading pools and in-ground spas, retrofit or replacement of installed covers are not required in pools with multiple drain systems or gravity drainage systems or for covers installed before December 19, 2008.
Sold at
Independent distributors to professional pool and spa builders and installers.
Affected count
About 1 million
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
United States, China
Products
Pool and spa drain covers
Consumer contact
For additional information, consumers should contact manufacturers through their websites above. Consumers with drain covers from Waterway Plastics should contact the firm toll-free at (866) 719-6044 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT, or visit the manufacturer's web site at www.waterwayplastics.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Eight-Manufacturers-Recall-Pool-and-In-Ground-Spa-Drain-Covers-Due-to-Incorrect-RatingsDon't want to check this manually?
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