CPSC recall 15-014, announced October 29, 2014, covers Waterway Plastics Designer Pro Series Suction Covers (about 26,000 units). The drain suction cover can become disengaged from the spa wall, posing an entrapment hazard to consumers. The notice cites 70 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using spas with the recalled drained covers. Recall contact: call (866) 719-6044, or go to www.waterwayplastics.com.
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This recall involves Waterway Plastics Designer Pro Series suction covers with model number 640-52XX S, printed on top of the outside edge of the plastic.
Which products are included?
Read the full CPSC product description and restrictions
This recall involves Waterway Plastics Designer Pro Series suction covers with model number 640-52XX S, printed on top of the outside edge of the plastic. The round covers are black and silver and were installed in select spas manufactured by Catalina Spas, Four Winds Spas, Dimension One Spas, and Sunrise Spas from June 2011 to June 2013. The covers are installed on the following model spas: Sunrise Spas Series 989 Aquarian, Bimini (Mermaid brand only), 939 Endeavour, 959 Equinox, Essence 250, Genesis 250, Jewel 250, Legend 250, Medallion 350, S102 (Whitewater brand only), S103, S104, S105, 203LS, 204LS, 205LS, 949 Meridian, 249 Spirit SE, Tonga (Mermaid brand only). Model and series numbers are located on the cabinet panel on the lower right side near the top side control. Dimension One Spa Series At Home Series, Bay Series, Reflection Series and Streamline spas The model name is on the inside of the cabinet access door. Four Winds Spa Series XL Swim Spas XL 12000, XL14000, XL 16000 The model name is printed on stainless steel plates mounted on the outside of the spa. They are usually located on the left panel, using the topside as the front panel. Catalina Spas All models manufactured from 2011-2013.
Why it was recalled
The drain suction cover can become disengaged from the spa wall, posing an entrapment hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 70 reports of drain covers detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using spas with the recalled drained covers. Consumers should contact Waterway Plastics for inspection instructions and information on receiving a free replacement cover.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Waterway Plastics
- Manufacturer
- Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif.
- Recall number
- 15-014
- Units
- About 26,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Pool and Spa dealers nationwide from June 2011 to June 2013 for between $3,500 and $16,000 for the spas.
Designer Pro Series Suction Covers
CPSC product type: Hot Tubs or Home Spas
Recall contact information
Waterway Plastics toll-free at (866) 719-6044, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or website at www.waterwayplastics.com and click on "Recall" under Resources for more information.
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