CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of Infinity and Lifestyle Spas
Released: Tuesday, December 09, 2003 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MAAX Spas, of Beamsville, Ontario, Canada, A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio, and Motor Capacitors Inc., of Chicago, Ill are voluntarily recalling 13,000 Infinity and Lifestyle Spas. The motor capacitor, which is a component of the circulating pump, can overheat. This poses a fire hazard.
Recall Details
Product
Infinity and Lifestyle Spas
Description
The recall involves Infinity and Lifestyle model spas manufactured by MAAX Spas.Only MAAX Spas equipped with a Motor Capacitor Inc. capacitor are included in this recall. Unitsthat contain the capacitor have a label on the motor that reads, "Tiny Might." Various models of thespas are included in the recall. Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to determine if yourmodel is included in the recall.
Hazards
The motor capacitor, which is a component of the circulating pump, can overheat. Thisposes a fire hazard.
Incidents
CPSC and MAAX Spas has received more than 100 reports of incidentsof overheating of the motor capacitor. Twelve reports of overheating resulted in fires. Noinjuries or property damage, other than to the spa itself, have been reported.
Remedy
Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a freereplacement pump motor capacitor.
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