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CPSC, Sherwood SCUBA LLC Announce Recall of Maximus Regulators

U.S. CPSCInjuriesApr 30, 2002
Recalled Maximus SCUBA regulators, models SRB5600D2 and SRB5600
Recalled Maximus SCUBA regulators, models SRB5600D2 and SRB5600
Recalled Maximus SCUBA regulator, model SRB5600CE
Recalled Maximus SCUBA regulator, model SRB5600CE
Recalled Maximus SCUBA regulator, model SRB5600
Recalled Maximus SCUBA regulator, model SRB5600

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Hazard

The second stage orifices on these regulators can be cracked, bent or broken. This can result in a loss of breathing air underwater.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled regulators immediately, and contact their nearest authorized Sherwood retailer, for a free repair.

Incidents & injuries

Sherwood SCUBA has received seven reports of broken second stage orifices on these regulators. Two of the regulators broke during dives underwater. No injuries were reported.

Product description

The Maximus regulators included in this recall have the following model, serial numbers and connection types: Model Number Serial Number Range Description SRB5600 K600001 through K611834 Yoke Connection SRB5600D2 DK60000 through DK62000 Din-Style Connection SRB5600CE EK60001 through EK62000 Yoke Connection The serial numbers are laser marked on the top of the second stage case next to the mouthpiece.

Sold on

Authorized Sherwood SCUBA distributors and dealers nationwide sold these regulators, from January 1998 through November 2000, for about $580.

Contact the company

For more information, call Sherwood SCUBA at (800) 469-9929 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's website at www.sherwoodscuba.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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