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Entrapment / StrangulationMay 26, 2011CPSC #11740

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

Product
Pools & Spas
Units affected
11,940
Remedy
replacement

What 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.

Hazard

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.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Independent distributors to professional pool and spa builders and installers.

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Lawson Aquatics recalled product
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