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CPSC, SCUBAPRO Announce Recall of Converter Kit

Reported: December 9, 2004 Initiated: December 9, 2004 #05523

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to control buoyancy.

Remedy

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by SCUBAPRO of El Cajon, CA. Units affected: 3,300.
Why was this product recalled?
An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to control buoyancy.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 9, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05523.