Halcyon Manufacturing Recall of SCUBA BC Inflators

Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators

Date of Recall

2004-09-02

CPSC Release Number

04-209

Manufactured In

United States.

Company Phone Number

(800) 425-2966

Units

About 4,000

Manufacturer

Halcyon Manufacturing, of High Springs, Fla.

Sold By

Dive stores nationwide sold these inflators individually from October 2003 through May 2004 for about $46. The inflators also were sold as part of BC units ranging from $270 to $600.

Problem/Hazard

The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness.

Injuries/Incidents

Halcyon has reports of 10 incidents of BCs leaking. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

Description

Halcyon is recalling all stainless steel power inflators. They have a stainless steel oral and power inflate button. Inflators made of plastic are not included in this recall. The repaired inflators have a groove at the base of their retainer nut. The BCs sold with these inflators are black and the Halcyon logo is on the front and collar of the BCs.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these BCs immediately and contact Halcyon for information on receiving a free repair.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Halcyon Manufacturing at (800) 425-2966 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.halcyon.net

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