Why it was recalled
The drain covers do not bear the required product markings, in violation of the mandatory safety standard under the?Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing risk of serious injury or death from entrapment and drowning hazards. The drain covers also fail to meet safety requirements because they are missing statements regarding the service life of the covers and installation and maintenance instructions.
What to do
Pool owners, pool operators and consumers should stop using pools with the recalled pool drain covers immediately. To receive a refund, consumers will be asked to remove the drain cover from the pool, destroy or otherwise render the drain cover unusable, write in permanent maker "Recalled" on the removed cover, and send a photo of the marked cover to houoto@163.com. Ensure all pools and spas have VGBA-compliant drain covers and teach children to stay away from drains.
How to identify it
This recall involves Houoto 642-2150V Pool Drain Covers that are sold for use in swimming pools. The drain covers measure 7-5/8 inches in diameter and the screw hole spacing is 7 inches. They are white and made of ABS plastic. The brand and model number can be found on the product's order receipt.
Match the exact model, lot, serial or VIN against the official notice. This index is not the official notice.