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Product recall · CPSCJune 7, 2017Worth checking
Nidec Motor Swimming Pool Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The pump control cover can be improperly grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swimming pool motors and contact Nidec Motor Corp. (NMC) to schedule a free repair by a qualified technician to install an external ground lead.
Who to contact: NMC toll-free at 877-282-0223 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday or online at www.nidec-motor.com and click on "RECALL" for more information.
The product
This recall involves variable speed swimming pool motors with a programmable user interface on the top. "Emerson" or "EcoTech EZ" is printed on top of the control box and the model number is printed on the rating plate located on the side of the pump. The model numbers included in this recall are listed below. Model Numbers M63PWBLE-0121 M63PWBLM-0128 M63PWBLR-0131 M63PWBLS-0132 M63PWBLV-0135 M63PWBLW-0136 M63XZBMA-0139 M63PWBMB-0140 M63PWBMC-0141 M63PWBMD-0142 M63PWBME-0143 M63PWBMF-0144 M63PWBMG-0145 M63PWBSC-0229
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,000 (in addition, about 22 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- June 7, 2017
- Brand
- Nidec Motor Corp., of St. Louis, Mo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
M63PWBLE-0121
Leslie's Pool Supply and other retail stores, wholesale pool suppliers including Pool Builders Supply, Pool Corp., Pool & Electrical Products, and United Aqua Group from September 2010 through October 2016 for between $400 and $500.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Nidec Motor Recalls Swimming Pool Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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