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Gecko Alliance Recalls Electronic Spa Controls Used on Serenity Spas Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: April 1, 2008 Initiated: April 1, 2008 #08235

Product Description

This recall involves the Hydropool Serenity Series Spa hot tubs with serial numbers 01350XXXX through 03210XXXX. The serial numbers are printed on the right side of the spa control. The Gecko spa control (SSPA-1) has model number 0202-205097 printed on it.

Reason for Recall

The hot tub's spa control can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hot tubs and reduce the water temperature control to the minimum setting. Consumers should contact Gecko Alliance's Back-Pak support center to receive the free retrofit enclosure kit. The kit will be provided with a full set of instructions. Instructions also are available at www.back-pak.com. Consumers should not use their spa until after the retrofit enclosure kit is installed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Hydropool Serenity Series Spa hot tubs with serial numbers 01350XXXX through 03210XXXX. The serial numbers are printed on the right side of the spa control. The Gecko spa control (SSPA-1) has model number 0202-205097 printed on it.. Recalled by Gecko Alliance of Quebec, Canada. Units affected: About 1,670.
Why was this product recalled?
The hot tub's spa control can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the hot tubs and reduce the water temperature control to the minimum setting. Consumers should contact Gecko Alliance's Back-Pak support center to receive the free retrofit enclosure kit. The kit will be provided with a full set of instructions. Instructions also are available at www.back-pak.com. Consumers should not use their spa until after the retrofit enclosure kit is installed.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 1, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08235.