Waterway Plastics Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-05-26). Hazards: entrapment. Models: 640-81XX, 640-311X, 640-470X, 640-475X. About 50,850 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11231 |
| Published | 2011-05-26 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-06 |
| Product category | Swimming Pool Equipment |
| Products | Pool drain covers |
| Firm named in the title | Waterway Plastics |
| Firms | Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 50,850 |
| Model numbers | 640-81XX, 640-311X, 640-470X, 640-475X |
| Hazard classes | entrapment |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace |
| Sold | Independent distributors sell the products nationwide directly to professional builders/installers. The products are not sold directly to consumers. |
Description
This recall involves the pool and spa drain covers models listed below. The covers vary in size and shape, but bear model number and manufacturer name molded on the drain cover: Model 640-81XX V, 8" Ultra Round Model 640-311X, 10" Round Model 640-470X V, 9" x 9" Grate and Frame Model 640-475X V, 18" x 18" Grate and Frame
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
Consumers who believe they have one of these drain covers in their pool or spa should contact the manufacturer to determine whether a replacement or retrofit is required. 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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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