Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-05-26). Hazards: entrapment. About 30 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11739 |
| Published | 2011-05-26 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Swimming Pool Equipment |
| Products | MDX Pool and Spa drain covers |
| Firm named in the title | Paramount Pool & Spa System |
| Firms | Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz. (manufacturer); Professional pool and spa builders and installers (retailer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 30 |
| Hazard classes | entrapment |
| Remedy classes | replace |
Description
The recall involves one pool and spa drain cover, Model MDX, (sold after 12/18/2008). Markings on the cover will indicate MDX logo, a maximum flow rating of 64 GPM, ASME A112.19.8 - 2007, VGB 2008 and include the USPC Shield.
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 Paramount to receive a replacement cover.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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