Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers
MDX Pool and Spa drain covers
Date of Recall
2011-05-26CPSC Release Number
11-739Manufactured In
United StatesUnits
30 units distributed in the U.S. with an estimated 25 installedManufacturer
Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz.Sold By
Professional pool and spa builders and installersProblem/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.Injuries/Incidents
None reportedDescription
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.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.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.Recall Comments
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