CPSC2007-12-11
ROMI Recalls SCUBA Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
ROMI Enterprises, of San Leandro, Calif.
Hazard
An internal component that seals air between the high pressure first-stage and the intermediate pressure second-stage can fail. This can result in uncontrolled flow of air to the diver and pose a risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled regulator first stages and take them to any authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer for a free replacement part.
Sold at
The items were either sold or repaired at authorized Oceanic and AERIS retailers nationwide from May 2006 through October 2007. The items sold for between $300 and $500.
Affected count
About 6,000
Injuries reported
ROMI has received two reports of units malfunctioning during diving and six reports of units malfunctioning while being tested by dealers prior to delivery to consumers.
Manufactured in
United States, Taiwan
Products
Oceanic and AERIS SCUBA Regulator First Stages
Consumer contact
For further information or to determine if your specific unit is affected, contact ROMI toll-free at (888) 636-9390 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Oceanic customers can send an e-mail to service@oceanicusa.com or visit the firm's Web site at www.oceanicworldwide.com. AERIS customers can send an e-mail to info@diveaeris.com or visit the firm's Web site at www.diveaeris.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/ROMI-Recalls-SCUBA-Regulators-Due-to-Drowning-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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