CPSCRecalled Jan 10, 2013 · #13090
High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Recalled by A-Plus Marine Due to Drowning Hazard
Hazard
The diving hose that connects the regulator to the tank's pressure gauge can separate reducing the available air supply to the diver, posing a drowning hazard.
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The recalled air hoses are high-pressure scuba air hoses with a black, smooth rubber outer covering. They are about half a centimeter in diameter and 32 or 36 inches long. These hoses connect the regulator to the tank pressure gauge. The phrase "Scuba Diving High Pressure hose I.D. 3/16" (4.76 mm) W.P. 5000 PSI Exceeds SAE 100RT braid with Kevlar fiber from Dupont" is printed in white lettering on the hose's outer covering. The hoses have metal fittings on each end. "CE EN 250 230" is stamped on the female side of the fitting and "12Q1" on the male side.
Product details
- Product
- High-pressure scuba diving air hoses
- Type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Scuba diving retailers nationwide from April 2012 through June 2012 for about $34.
- Made in
- Taiwan
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact A-Plus Marine for a free replacement hose.