CPSCGeneral Alert
Brian Smith Recalls Serene Float Tanks Due to Electrocution Hazard
Published: January 24, 2008Recall ID: 08540Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Electrical components in the float tank are not grounded, which can prevent the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) from tripping when needed, posing an electrocution hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves Serene Float Tanks, a water tank that is light- and soundproof, temperature insulated and ventilated. The heated tanks are filled with water and a dissolvent that allows a person to float effortlessly.
Affected Products
Serene Float Tanks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Brian-Smith-Recalls-Serene-Float-Tanks-Due-to-Electrocution-Hazard |
| Title | Brian Smith Recalls Serene Float Tanks Due to Electrocution Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/b647e298ec564f708eb163343179def7.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Float Tank |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/643075b5224b4e14b504a019d2ba5fe8.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Float Tank |
| Hazards › Name | Electrical components in the float tank are not grounded, which can prevent the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) from tripping when needed, posing an electrocution hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Serene Float Tanks |
| Products › Type | Float Tanks |
| Products › Category I D | 1947 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 5 |
| Recall I D | 4562 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled float tanks and contact Brian Smith for a refund. |
| Retailers › Name | The Serene Float Tanks Web site between August 2007 and October 2007 for about $6,000. |
| Recall Date | 2008-01-24T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Serene Float Tanks, a water tank that is light- and soundproof, temperature insulated and ventilated. The heated tanks are filled with water and a dissolvent that allows a person to float effortlessly. |
| Recall Number | 08540 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Brian Smith, dba Serene Float Tanks, of Lakewood, Calif. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, For additional information, contact Brian Smith collect at (714) 483-8084 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at quickstart74@yahoo.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |