CPSC2011-07-12
Diving Unlimited International Recalls Weight Systems Due to Drowning Hazard
Diving Unlimited International Inc. of San Diego
Hazard
Manufacturing defects in the lanyard connecting the handle to the pocket or the cable securing the pocket to the harness can prevent the weight pockets from easily detaching from the harness and releasing the weights when the handle is pulled. This poses a drowning hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the systems and call DUI at (800) 325-8439 Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT or e-mail CustomerService@DUI-Online.com to receive a free repair of the system.
Sold at
Diving equipment retailers nationwide and in Canada between July 2010 and April 2011 for about $124.
Affected count
About 1,454 in the U.S. and 46 in Canada
Injuries reported
None
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
DUI Weight & Trim System Classic and DUI Weight & Trim System II
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact DUI Customer Service between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday at (800) 325-8439, by e-mail at CustomerService@DUI-Online.com or visit www.DUI-Online.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Diving-Unlimited-International-Recalls-Weight-Systems-Due-to-Drowning-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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