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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 22, 2022Highest risk
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.
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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 Goetas 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 Atlaspool@163.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. Goetas is contacting all purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Goetas by email at Atlaspool@163.com or via the Goetas page on Amazon.com.
The product
This recall involves Goetas replacement round pool main drain covers with two screws that are sold for use in pools and in-ground spas. The top grate is 7.20 inches in diameter and the bottom mounting plate is 8.14 inches in diameter. They are white and made of ABS plastic. "Listed suction fitting," "SP-1058-B," and "88D9 148 GPM" are printed on the center of the grate. "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
- Goetas, of China
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Exclusively at www.amazon.com from October 2021 through April 2022 for about $10.
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 Goetas; 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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