FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
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June 23, 1977 |
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Release # 77-070 |
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Recall Of Scuba Regulators Announced
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 23) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and
Under Sea Industries of Compton, California today announced a recall of all Scubapro
Mark VII and Pilot Mark VII scuba regulators produced since August 25, 1976. The
regulators may contain a defective "O" ring in the first stage which could result
in failure of the unit's audio warning device, or in a reduction in the air flow to
the diver. In either event, there is a potential for serious injury or suffocation,
according to the Commission staff. No injuries associated with these regulators have
been reported to the Commission.
Approximately 2200 regulators are being recalled. The Mark VII and the Pilot
Mark VII retail for approximately $180 and $270 respectively.
Consumers who have purchased one of these regulators since August 25, 1976
should return it to the place of purchase in order to have the "O" rings replaced
free of charge.
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