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Lawson Aquatics Recalls Certain Pool Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers

Reported: May 26, 2011 Initiated: May 26, 2011 #11740

Product Description

The recall involves various pool and spa drain covers that can be identified by Lawson's name and model information on the cover. The recall involves covers with model numbers: MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, FI-SG-181824.

Reason for Recall

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.

Remedy

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 their drain cover make and model.

Details

Units Affected
About 11,940 (73 units distributed)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Lawson-Aquatics-Recalls-Certain-Pool-Drain-Covers-Due-to-Incorrect-Rating-Covers-Pose-Possible-Entrapment-Hazard-to-Swimmers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves various pool and spa drain covers that can be identified by Lawson's name and model information on the cover. The recall involves covers with model numbers: MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, FI-SG-181824.. Recalled by Lawson Aquatics, of Naples, Fla.. Units affected: About 11,940 (73 units distributed).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers do? ▼
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 their drain cover make and model.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 26, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11740.

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