CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The motor capacitor, which is a component of the circulating pump, can overheat. This poses a fire hazard.
CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of Infinity and Lifestyle Spas
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. Units that contain the capacitor have a label on the motor that reads, "Tiny Might." Various models of the spas are included in the recall. Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to determine if your model is included in the recall.
Required Consumer Action
Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a free replacement pump motor capacitor.
Contact Information
Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center at (877) 259-0289 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
MAAX spa dealers sold these spas in the U.S. and Canada, from January 1998 through December 2001, for between $4,000 and $8,000.
Injuries
CPSC and MAAX Spas have received more than 100 reports of incidents of overheating of the motor capacitor. Twelve reports of overheating resulted in fires. No injuries or property damage, other than to the spa itself, have been reported.
Manufacturer
A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio
Recall Number
04047
Product Information
Product Name
Infinity and Lifestyle Spas
Product Type
Hot Tubs/Spas
Number of Units
13,000
Manufacturer Name
A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio
Manufactured In
Canada