CPSC recall · Reported May 26, 2011
Waterway Plastics Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings
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.
Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif. recalled This recall involves the pool and spa drain covers models listed below. The covers vary i….
Waterway Plastics Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings was recalled by Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif. in May 26, 2011. Reason: The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could p…. Remedy: Consumers who believe they have one of these drain covers in their pool or spa should con…. Verify recall #11231 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could p….
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- agency class
- May 26, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11231 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
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
Reason for recall
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, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11231 |
| Date reported | May 26, 2011 |
| Date initiated | May 26, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 50,850 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers who believe they have one of these drain covers in their pool or spa should contact the manufacturer to determine wheth…
- Check the recall number (11231) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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