Public Pool Drain Cover Recall - May 2011
PDF version of this Web page formatted for print:
Public Pool Drain Cover Recall (PDF: 42KB/2 pages)
Background
State and Federal laws require drain covers for public pools. Some drain covers currently in use have been recalled.
Recall of Certain Drain Covers
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a voluntary recall notice for certain drain covers on May 26, 2011. These 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.
CPSC is not ordering public pools with this faulty equipment to close. The Commission is recommending that such pools close until the equipment has been replaced or retrofitted. Pools and Spas that May Be Subject to the Recall
- Wading (kiddie) pools and in ground spas regardless of the number of drains or additional anti-entrapment devices or systems
- Single drain pools with a Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS), Vent System or Automatic Shut Off Switch
Exception to Recall
Retrofit or replacement of installed covers is not required in pools with multiple drain systems or gravity drainage systems or for covers installed before December 19, 2008. This exemption does not apply to kiddie pools, wading pools and in-ground spas.
Manufacturers Involved in the Recall
- A & A Manufacturing, of Phoenix, Ariz.;
- AquaStar Pool Products Inc., of San Diego, Calif.;
- Color Match Pool Fittings, of Surprise, Ariz.;
- Custom Molded Products, of Tyrone, Ga.;
- Hayward Pool Products, of Elizabeth, N.J.;
- Pentair Water Pool and Spa, of Sanford, N.C.;
- Rising Dragon USA, of E. Sweetwater, Tenn.;
- Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif.
Drains Subject to the Recall
| Company Model Information | Dates Sold |
| A & A Manufacturing | Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2011 |
| AquaStar Pool Products | Dec. 2008 - Apr.2011 |
| Color Match Pool Fittings, Inc. | Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2011 |
| Custom Molded Products | Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2011 |
| Hayward Pool Products | Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2011 |
| Pentair Water Pool and Spa | June 2009 - Apr. 2011 |
| Rising Dragon USA | Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2011 |
| Waterway | Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2011 |
Question and Answers
What should I do if I have a drain cover that has been recalled?
- Pool owners/operators and consumers should immediately replace or retrofit drain covers subject to the recall.
What should be done with drain covers that are part of the recall?
- Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement or retrofit, depending on the cover make and model. Pool owners/operators and consumers also can contact their pool builder or pool service provider directly.
Can I repair or replace the drain covers?
- No! Pool owners/operators and consumers must not attempt to remove or alter their drain cover in any way. If a replacement or retrofit is necessary, it should only be performed by a qualified pool or spa professional. It may not be necessary to remove the drain covers, and doing so may create a safety risk.
I have a kiddie pool, wading pool or in-ground spa what should I do?
- Any drain cover subject to recall must be immediately retrofitted or replaced.
I have a multiple drain or gravity drainage system. What should I do?
- Nothing. These are not the types of covers subject to the recall.
I have drain covers installed before December 19, 2008. What should I do?
- Nothing. Covers installed before December 19, 2008 are not affected by this recall and may continue to be used.
How many drain covers are affected?
- About one million drain covers of the recalled brand were manufactured. The number installed is estimate to be fewer.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact the Drain Cover Recall Hotline toll-free at (866) 478-3521 any time, or visit the Drain Cover Recall website:
Pool owner/operators and consumers can also contact their pool contractor with questions.