CPSC, SCUBAPRO Announce Recall of Converter Kit
CPSC recall 05523 · announced December 9, 2004 · Scubapro Of El Cajon, Ca · 3,300 units affected
The product
This alert is only for consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator. Divers who use the Air 2 on a SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator are not affected by this alert.
The hazard
An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to control buoyancy.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator should immediately stop use and contact SCUBAPRO. They will be instructed to take their buoyancy compensator with the Air 2 intact to their authorized SCUBAPRO dealers for a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): One incident, with no reports of injuries.
Sold at: Authorized SCUBAPRO dealers nationwide, from October 8, 2003 through August 30, 2004, for approximately $7.75 or included in the Air 2 package, beginning December 19, 2003 through August 30, 2004.
Consumer contact: (800) 382-2211, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM PST or go to www.scubapro.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.