EVAC-U8 emergency escape smoke hoods
Published June 11, 2002
Summary
CPSC records recall 02178, published June 11, 2002. Recalling firm: Brookdale International Systems, Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Reported units: About 27,400.
What's the hazard
The smoke hood is a one-time emergency use personal safety device, that provides quick temporary protection from smoke in the event of a fire. In some instances, consumers purchased the smoke hoods for protection from tear gas or chemical warfare agents, but the smoke hoods should be used only to provide protection from smoke caused by fires.
What to do
Consumers who purchased the EVAC-U8 emergency escape smoke hood for protection from tear gas and chemical warfare agents may return the product to Brookdale International Systems, Inc. 1-8755 Ash Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6T 6P3, for a refund, including the cost of postage.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Brookdale International Systems, Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Manufacturer
- Brookdale International Systems, Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Distributor
- Web-based distributors, catalogues, and travel stores sold these smoke hoods, from May 1997 through April 2002, for about $70.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was EVAC-U8 emergency escape smoke hoods recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 02178 on June 11, 2002. Reported hazard: The smoke hood is a one-time emergency use personal safety device, that provides quick temporary protection from smoke in the event of a fire. In some instances, consumers purchased the smoke hoods for protection from tear gas or chemical warfare agents, but the smoke hoods should be used only to provide protection from smoke caused by fires.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers who purchased the EVAC-U8 emergency escape smoke hood for protection from tear gas and chemical warfare agents may return the product to Brookdale International Systems, Inc. 1-8755 Ash Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6T 6P3, for a refund, including the cost of postage.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Brookdale International Systems, Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.