CPSCRecalled Sep 2, 2004 · #04210
CPSC, Pelagic Pressure Systems Announce Recall of SCUBA BC Inflators
Hazard
Inflator buttons can stick, which can cause uncontrolled inflation of the BC. This could cause divers to ascend too fast, resulting in decompression sickness as well as the danger of an embolism.
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The recall includes Oceanic-brand Reliant BC inflators and AERIS-brand AW3 BC inflators. The Oceanic Reliant-type inflators have three flow-through holes in the hand grip of the lower inflator mechanism. The AERIS AW3 inflator has one flow-through hole in the hand grip of the lower inflator mechanism.
Product details
- Product
- Oceanic-brand Reliant Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators and AERIS-brand AW3 BC Inflators
- Type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Manufacturer
- Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Authorized Oceanic dealers sold BCs fitted with Reliant inflators nationwide, from February 2004 through June 2004, for between $320 and $550. Authorized AERIS dealers sold BCs fitted with AW3 inflators, from May 2004 through June 2004, for between $400 and $560.
- Made in
- Taiwan
What you should do
Consumers should stop using BCs fitted with the recalled inflators immediately and take them to any authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer to get a free repair.