Nidec Motor Corporation Recalls Pool Pump Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
CPSC recall 12008 · announced October 11, 2011 · Nidec Motor · 2,000 units affected
The product
The recalled motors are variable speed swimming pool pump motors with a 6.5 inch diameter steel frame painted black with a square or C-flange mounting. The rating plate is on the side of the pump and "MODEL M63PWBLE-121" or "MODEL M63PWBLM-128" or "MODEL M63PWBLR-131" or "M63PWBLS-132" is printed on the plate, between "EMERSON. CAT.NO.EVSS3" and "HP 3.0, S.F.1.15".
The hazard
The pump cover is not properly grounded posing an electrical shock hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Customers should stop using the recalled pool pumps immediately and call Nidec Motor Corporation to arrange a free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Pool motor distributors, pool dealers and pump manufacturers nationwide from September 2010 through August 2011 for about $1,000.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Nidec Motor Corporation toll-free at (866) 278-6920 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.nidec-motor.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.