CPSCRecalled Sep 2, 2004 · #04209
CPSC, Halcyon Manufacturing Announce Recall of SCUBA BC Inflators
Hazard
The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness.
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Halcyon is recalling all stainless steel power inflators. They have a stainless steel oral and power inflate button. Inflators made of plastic are not included in this recall. The repaired inflators have a groove at the base of their retainer nut. The BCs sold with these inflators are black and the Halcyon logo is on the front and collar of the BCs.
Product details
- Product
- Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators
- Type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Manufacturer
- Halcyon Manufacturing, of High Springs, Fla.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Dive stores nationwide sold these inflators individually, from October 2003 through May 2004, for about $46. The inflators also were sold as part of BC units ranging from $270 to $600.
- Made in
- United States
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these BCs immediately and contact Halcyon for information on receiving a free repair.