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Product recall · CPSCOctober 6, 2016Highest risk
Aqua Lung Powerline Inflators
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The inflation button can remain depressed and cause the buoyancy compensators to continue inflating, resulting in an uncontrolled ascent. This poses injury and drowning hazards to the diver.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Drowning risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Powerline inflators and contact Aqua Lung to receive a free repair, which consists of the replacement of the inflation button by an authorized Aqua Lung dealer.
Who to contact: Aqua Lung toll-free at 844-812-7690 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or www.aqualung.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information.
The product
This recall involves Aqua Lung Powerline inflators installed on Aqua Lung and Apeks Black Ice buoyancy compensators. Buoyancy compensators equipped with Powerline inflators are used by scuba divers to establish buoyancy in the water. The black Powerline inflators measure about 20 inches long and 3.5 inches wide. Recalled Powerline inflators have a date code beginning with "H" printed on the inflator body.
Details
- Units affected
- About 53,000
- Recall date
- October 6, 2016
- Brand
- Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 60 reports of the Powerline inflators continuing to inflate. No injuries have been reported.
Sports Chalet and authorized Aqua Lung stores nationwide from January 2015 through September 2016. The Powerline inflators were sold separately for about $30 and with Aqua Lung and Apeks buoyancy compensators for between $370 and $700.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Aqua Lung Recalls Powerline Inflators Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards”
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