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Recalls / 2008-04-01

Gecko Alliance Recalls Electronic Spa Controls Used on Serenity Spas Due to Fire Hazard

08235 · Recalled 2008-04-01 · CPSC page

Recalled Spa Hot Tub
Recalled Spa Hot Tub

Description

This recall involves the Hydropool Serenity Series Spa hot tubs with serial numbers 01350XXXX through 03210XXXX. The serial numbers are printed on the right side of the spa control. The Gecko spa control (SSPA-1) has model number 0202-205097 printed on it.

Hazards

The hot tub's spa control can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Gecko Alliance has received 28 reports of the spa control overheating, including one incident of damage to spa equipment. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hot tubs and reduce the water temperature control to the minimum setting. Consumers should contact Gecko Alliance's Back-Pak support center to receive the free retrofit enclosure kit. The kit will be provided with a full set of instructions. Instructions also are available at www.back-pak.com. Consumers should not use their spa until after the retrofit enclosure kit is installed.

Products

NameModelUnits
Serenity Spa Hot TubsAbout 1,670

Parties

Manufacturer
Gecko Alliance
Made in
Canada
Sold at
Hydropool dealers throughout Northeastern United States in Serenity brand spas, 900 to $8, 200.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact the Back-Pak support team toll-free at (800) 784 3256 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit www.back-pak.com

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Location of Serial Numbers
Location of Serial Numbers

Source: CPSC recall 08235. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.