Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers
CPSC recall 11739 · announced May 26, 2011 · Paramount Pool & Spa Systems · 30 units affected
The product
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.
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
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. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Professional pool and spa builders and installers
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Paramount Pool & Spa Systems at (800) 621-5886 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. The firm is contacting its customers directly.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.