CPSCGeneral Alert
Zoeller Pump Co. Recalls Septic Pumps Due to Shock Hazard
Published: February 14, 2007Recall ID: 07104Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The plug on the pumps could have a grounding problem that could pose an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled Zoeller brand septic pumps have a 20-foot black cord with a plug. The pumps have date codes 0906 and 1006. On models 53, 57, 151, 152 and 153 the date code is printed on the nameplate on the top of the pump. On Model WM48 the date code is printed on the tag near the plug. "Philippines" is stamped on the plug. A list of specific part numbers, model numbers, date codes and UPC codes can be found at www.zoeller.com. Pumps that have already been hard wired during installation (where the plug has been removed) are not included in the recall.
Affected Products
Zoeller Brand Septic Pumps with a 20-foot black cord with a plug
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Zoeller-Pump-Co-Recalls-Septic-Pumps-Due-to-Shock-Hazard |
| Title | Zoeller Pump Co. Recalls Septic Pumps Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/fbe1375bf1b14abd916e3f8bf92a5e8f.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Pumps and Part Numbers |
| Hazards › Name | The plug on the pumps could have a grounding problem that could pose an electrical shock hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Zoeller Brand Septic Pumps with a 20-foot black cord with a plug |
| Products › Type | Water Pumps |
| Products › Category I D | 2232 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 2,300 |
| Recall I D | 3546 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should contact Zoeller to schedule an inspection, replacement and return of affected pumps. |
| Retailers › Name | Zoeller distributors nationwide from September 2006 through December 2006 for between $125 and $375. |
| Recall Date | 2007-02-14T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled Zoeller brand septic pumps have a 20-foot black cord with a plug. The pumps have date codes 0906 and 1006. On models 53, 57, 151, 152 and 153 the date code is printed on the nameplate on the top of the pump. On Model WM48 the date code is printed on the tag near the plug. "Philippines" is stamped on the plug. A list of specific part numbers, model numbers, date codes and UPC codes can be found at www.zoeller.com. Pumps that have already been hard wired during installation (where the plug has been removed) are not included in the recall. |
| Recall Number | 07104 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Zoeller Pump Co., of Louisville, Ky. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Zoeller Pump Co. at (800) 928-7867 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail Zoeller at customercare@zoeller.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.zoeller.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country | Philippines (Cord with plug) |
| Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country | United States (Septic Pumps) |