Swivel for a Scuba Regulator
Published May 31, 2007
Summary
CPSC records recall 07200, published May 31, 2007. Reported units: About 170.
What's the hazard
The swivel, which is attached to a diving regulator, could separate while diving. This will result in a complete and sudden loss of the diver's air supply, causing the diver to engage in emergency ascent procedures. This poses a risk of decompression sickness due to rapid ascent, and air embolism or drowning if the diver panics or the emergency ascent procedure fails.
What to do
Consumers should stop using regulators with the swivel attached and contact the dive store where purchased for a refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Innovative Scuba Concepts Inc., of Colorado Springs, Colo.
- Distributor
- Specialty retail dive stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2007 for about $40.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Swivel for a Scuba Regulator recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 07200 on May 31, 2007. Reported hazard: The swivel, which is attached to a diving regulator, could separate while diving. This will result in a complete and sudden loss of the diver's air supply, causing the diver to engage in emergency ascent procedures. This poses a risk of decompression sickness due to rapid ascent, and air embolism or drowning if the diver panics or the emergency ascent procedure fails.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using regulators with the swivel attached and contact the dive store where purchased for a refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Innovative Scuba Concepts Inc., of Colorado Springs, Colo..