Nidec Motor Corporation Recalls Pool Pump Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-10-11 · 12008
Hazards
The pump cover is not properly grounded posing an electrical shock hazard.
Recall
Number
12008
Date
2011-10-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Ecotech EZ® Variable Speed pool pump motors
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Nidec Motor Corporation, of St. Louis, Mo.; Emerson Motor Company, a division of Emerson Electric Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Retailer(s)
Pool motor distributors, pool dealers and pump manufacturers nationwide from September 2010 through August 2011 for about $1,000.
Country of manufacture
Mexico
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".