Waterway Plastics Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings
Recall 11231 · May 26, 2011 · Waterway Plastics
50,850
units affected
50,850
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11231
- Date
- May 26, 2011
- Company
- Waterway Plastics
- Units affected
- 50,850
- Product
- Pool drain covers
- Product type
- Swimming Pool Equipment
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Entrapment
The product
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
What can happen
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.
The fix
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 where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Independent distributors sell the products nationwide directly to professional builders/installers. The products are not sold directly to consumers.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled pool drain covers?
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.
What is 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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.