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Pool and Spa Drain Covers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled drain covers do not conform to the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing an entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — A child can become trapped.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Pool owners/operators and consumers should immediately stop using pools and spas with the recalled pool or spa drain covers and contact Chyir Myd for a full refund. Consumers should remove the drain cover from the pool and/or spa and submit a photo of the drain cover to the firm at myd1928209480@sina.com as proof of removal and to receive the refund. Consumers should dispose of the recalled pool or spa drain covers after submitting proof of removal. Chyir Myd is contacting all purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Chyir Myd by email at myd1928209480@sina.com or via the Chyir Myd page on Amazon.com.
The product
This recall involves the replacement round swimming pool main drain covers that are sold for use in pools and in-ground spas. The top grate is 7.28 inches in diameter and the bottom mounting plate is 8.11 inches in diameter. They are white and made of ABS plastic. The center of the grate reads, "SP-1030" and "148 GPM." "Use screws to keep grate secured to dram (drain) at all times" is printed on the outer ring of the grate.
Details
- Units affected
- About 300
- Recall date
- September 22, 2022
- Brand
- Chyir Myd Co. Ltd, of China
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Exclusively at www.amazon.com from September 2021 through June 2022 for about $12.
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: “Pool and Spa Drain Covers Recalled Due to Violation of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act; Imported by Chyir Myd; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com (Recall Alert)”
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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