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CPSCRecalled Oct 13, 2004 · #05011

CPSC, Little Giant Pump Co. Announce Recall of Cooler Pumps

Hazard

The motor caps on the cooler pumps are not made with flame-retardant material and an internal electrical failure can ignite the cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recalled pumps circulate water in evaporative coolers which cool the air in a room or building through the evaporation of water. The recalled units have a light blue motor cap and include the following model and item numbers, which can be found on a label on the motor cap Model # Item # CP1 - 115 540005 CP1 - 230 540015 CP2 - 115 541005 CP2 - 230 541015 CP3 - 115 542005 CP3 - 230 542015 Units with beige motor caps are not included in this recall.

Product details

Product
Evaporative Cooler Pumps
Type
Air Conditioners
Manufacturer
Little Giant Pump Company, Oklahoma City, OK
Model numbers
UPCs
010121400054
Sold at
Industrial/HVAC distributors and hardware stores sold the pumps from February 2003 through August 2004 for between $35 and $85.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the pump immediately and contact Little Giant to receive a replacement cap and instructions free of charge.

View the official CPSC notice