WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (UPI) -- Nidec Motor Corp. and Emerson Motor Co. are recalling 2,000 variable speed water pumps for swimming pools that can cause electric shock, U.S. regulators said.
The Ecotech EZ Variable Speed Pumps produced by the two St. Louis companies have pump covers that are not properly grounded, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a statement.
No injuries have been reported.
The recall involves swimming pool pumps with a 6.5 inch diameter steel frame painted black and a square or C-flange mounting.
The rating plate on the pumps include the words "Emerson Cat.No.EVSS3" and "Model M63WBLE-121.H.P. 3.0, S.F. 1.15."
The motors were distributed through pool dealers nationwide from September 2010 through August 2011. They sold for about $1,000.
Consumers were advised to stop using the pumps and call Nidec Motor Corp. to arrange a free repair.
Consumers can call 866-278-6920 for information.
