Scubapro® MK 20 First Stage Regulators
Published October 2, 2006
Summary
CPSC records recall 07501, published October 2, 2006. Recalling firm: Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif.; Reported units: About 48,500 units.
What's the hazard
Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer during annual servicing of these regulators could result in a stress crack and failure of the regulator. If this occurs during a dive, air supply could be interrupted, posing a drowning hazard.
What to do
Scubapro® USA has been providing a service upgrade kit via the authorized dealer network since May 2005 which contains a Yoke or Din retainer that prohibits over-tightening during annual service. Consumers can easily identify if the service upgrade has been completed by counting the vents on the plastic saddle located on the regulator. If the service upgrade has not been completed, the consumer should bring the regulator to any authorized Scubapro® dealer to have the service upgrade completed free of charge.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif.
- Manufacturer
- Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif.
- Distributor
- Authorized Scubapro® dealers nationwide from January 1996 through December 2001 for about $260.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Scubapro® MK 20 First Stage Regulators recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 07501 on October 2, 2006. Reported hazard: Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer during annual servicing of these regulators could result in a stress crack and failure of the regulator. If this occurs during a dive, air supply could be interrupted, posing a drowning hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Scubapro® USA has been providing a service upgrade kit via the authorized dealer network since May 2005 which contains a Yoke or Din retainer that prohibits over-tightening during annual service. Consumers can easily identify if the service upgrade has been completed by counting the vents on the plastic saddle located on the regulator. If the service upgrade has not been completed, the consumer should bring the regulator to any authorized Scubapro® dealer to have the service upgrade completed free of charge.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif..