Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers

Active Recall Announced May 26, 2011 CPSC #11739

Quick answer

Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers is CPSC recall #11739, announced on May 26, 2011. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 remedy is 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.. Affected brands: Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, Professional pool and spa builders and installers.

Hazard

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.

Affected products

MDX Pool and Spa drain covers

Recalled brands

Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, Professional pool and spa builders and installers

Remedy

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.

Recall date

May 26, 2011

Categories

Swimming Pool Equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #11739?

CPSC recall #11739 covers Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 26, 2011. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #11739?

The CPSC remedy for recall #11739 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Paramount-Pool--Spa-System-Recalls-Certain-Drain-Covers-Due-to-Incorrect-Rating-Covers-Pose-Possible-Entrapment-Hazard-to-Swimmers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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