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Scubapro® Recalls MK 20 Scuba Regulators for Service

U.S. CPSCDrowningOct 2, 2006
Recalled Scuba Regulators
Recalled Scuba Regulators

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Hazard

Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer during annual servicing of these regulators could result in a stress crack and failure of the regulator. If this occurs during a dive, air supply could be interrupted, posing a drowning hazard.

Remedy

Scubapro® USA has been providing a service upgrade kit via the authorized dealer network since May 2005 which contains a Yoke or Din retainer that prohibits over-tightening during annual service. Consumers can easily identify if the service upgrade has been completed by counting the vents on the plastic saddle located on the regulator. If the service upgrade has not been completed, the consumer should bring the regulator to any authorized Scubapro® dealer to have the service upgrade completed free of charge.

Incidents & injuries

No injuries or underwater incidents have been reported. Scubapro® USA has received eight reports of units that failed after being serviced.

Product description

The recall involves first stage regulators that are marked with the Scubapro brand and identified as the MK20.

Sold on

Authorized Scubapro® dealers nationwide from January 1996 through December 2001 for about $260.

Contact the company

For assistance in locating the nearest authorized Scubapro® dealer or for more information, contact Scubapro® USA toll-free at (800) 731-6685 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.scubapro-uwatec.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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