CPSC, Jason International Inc. Announce Recall of Air-Whirlpool Baths
CPSC recall 03026 · announced October 29, 2002 · Jason · 800 units affected
The product
The baths were sold under the brand name Jason AirMasseur™ and Air-Whirlpool Baths, which is written on the bath's control keypad. They have a serial number located on the underside of the bath that can be viewed by removing the equipment access panel. Consumers must check with the firm to determine if their bath is included in the recall.
The hazard
Air baths release heated bubbles into the water. A heating element on these baths can fail to shut off, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should check their bath's serial number and call to determine if their bath is part of the recall. If a bath is included in the recall, consumers should disconnect the electrical supply to their bath by unplugging the equipment or by switching off the circuit breaker immediately and schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Jason has received one report of a fire involving one of these baths, which resulted in minor damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Plumbing distributors and kitchen and bath showrooms sold these baths nationwide, from January 2002 through September 2002, for about $3,000.
Consumer contact: They should call the Jason Technical Service Department at (800) 255-5766 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.jasoninternational.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.