CPSC recall 06-165, announced May 17, 2006, covers Aqua-Leisure Industries Simple Set Pool Ladders (about 320,000 units). The plastic step support clips can be assembled upside down, causing the ladder steps to break under a user's weight. The notice cites 9 incident reports and 6 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the ladders and contact Aqua-Leisure for a free repair kit, including new assembly instructions and color-coded support clips. Recall contact: call (866) 807-3998, or go to www.aqualeisure.com.
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Which products are included?
The ladders were included with Aqua® Leisure Simple-Set® inflatable pools that range from 12 to 18 feet in diameter. The white metal arched ladders have two, three or four plastic blue steps on each side of the arch with two blue cross bars just above the top step. White plastic and metal clips are used to connect the steps to the ladder. Each step is molded with the words "Aqua® Leisure."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic step support clips can be assembled upside down, causing the ladder steps to break under a user's weight.
Incidents and injuries
Aqua-Leisure and CPSC are aware of nine incidents. There have been six reported injuries, including a concussion, a broken arm, fractured ribs and a wrist sprain.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the ladders and contact Aqua-Leisure for a free repair kit, including new assembly instructions and color-coded support clips. Ladders should be re-assembled using the new repair kits.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 06-165
- Units
- About 320,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department and toy stores nationwide from January 2002 through August 2005 for between $90 and $200, depending on the size of the pool.
- Importer
- Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass.
Simple Set Pool Ladders
CPSC product type: Swimming Pool Items
Recall contact information
Consumers should call Aqua-Leisure toll-free at (866) 807-3998 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.aqualeisure.com
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