| Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
| January 24, 2008 Alert #08-540 |
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Serene Float Tanks
Units: 5
Manufacturer: Brian Smith, dba Serene Float Tanks, of Lakewood, Calif.
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.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
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.
Sold by: The Serene Float Tanks Web site between August 2007 and October 2007 for about $6,000.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled float tanks and contact Brian Smith for a refund.
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