CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2011-10-11

Nidec Motor Corporation Recalls Pool Pump Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

12008 · Recalled 2011-10-11 · CPSC page

Recalled pool pump motor
Recalled pool pump motor

Description

The recalled motors are variable speed swimming pool pump motors with a 6.5 inch diameter steel frame painted black with a square or C-flange mounting. The rating plate is on the side of the pump and "MODEL M63PWBLE-121" or "MODEL M63PWBLM-128" or "MODEL M63PWBLR-131" or "M63PWBLS-132" is printed on the plate, between "EMERSON. CAT.NO.EVSS3" and "HP 3.0, S.F.1.15".

Hazards

The pump cover is not properly grounded posing an electrical shock hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Customers should stop using the recalled pool pumps immediately and call Nidec Motor Corporation to arrange a free repair.

Products

NameModelUnits
Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motorsApproximately 2,000

Parties

Manufacturers
Nidec Motor Corporation, Emerson Motor Company, a division
Made in
Mexico
Sold at
Pool motor distributors, pool dealers, pump manufacturers nationwide, 000.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Nidec Motor Corporation toll-free at (866) 278-6920 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.nidec-motor.com

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Pool pump motor label
Pool pump motor label

Source: CPSC recall 12008. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.