Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors
CPSC Recall #12008 — October 10, 2011
Product
Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors
Description
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Hazard
The pump cover is not properly grounded posing an electrical shock hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Customers should stop using the recalled pool pumps immediately and call Nidec Motor Corporation to arrange a free repair.
Units Affected
Approximately 2,000
Sold At
Pool motor distributors, pool dealers and pump manufacturers nationwide from September 2010 through August 2011 for about $1,000.
Manufacturer
Nidec Motor Corporation, of St. Louis, Mo. and Emerson Motor Company, a division of Emerson Electric Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Manufactured In
Mexico