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RecallCPSCcpsc-205CHEMICAL EXPOSURE

Scuba Diving Buoyancy Compensators Recalled by Ocean Management Systems Due to Drowning Hazard

Units Affected
20,000
Recall Date
April 28, 2010
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Chemical Exposure
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-205.

This recall involves buoyancy compensators with the following model numbers. Buoyancy compensators provide buoyancy control for scuba divers by allowing them to inflate or deflate the devices. The compensators were sold in black or red. "OMS" is printed on the front inside of the compensators. Item and serial numbers are printed on the warning label located in the non-inflation area of the buoyancy compensator. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available from the firm. Item Number Description BC-TCPS- B TACOPS® BC ; Black BC-TCPS-R TACOPS® BC ; Red BC116-32B16 B Non retraction single tank BC 32 lb. lift / Black BC116-32R Non retraction single tank BC 32 lb. lift / Red BC-LGS45 Larry Green Signature Series 45 lb. lift BC BC-LGS70 Larry Green Signature Series 70 lb. lift BC BC118 - K Dual Bladder BC [inflated] 94 lb. lift Black or Red BC115 - KB Dual Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift in Black BC115 - KR Dual Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift in Red BC118 - K Dual Bladder BC [deflated] 94 lb. lift Black or Red BC117 - K45 Single Bladder BC 45 lb. lift / Black BC117CR - K45 Chemically Resistant 45 lb. lift / Black BC117 - K60 Single Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift / Black BC117 - KB Single Bladder BC, 94 lb. lift / Black BC117 - KR Single Bladder BC, 94 lb. lift / Red BC116-45B Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 45 lb. lift/ Black BC116-60B Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 60 lb. lift/ Black BC116-60R Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 60 lb. lift/ Red BC116-60C Chemically Resistant 60 lb. lift / Black

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-205.

Consumers should immediately stop using the diving equipment and contact Ocean Management Systems to receive a free repair.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Dive Stores Nationwide From May 2006 Through August 2008 For About $400. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-205.

For additional information, contact Ocean Management Systems toll-free at (877) 791-0315 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.omsdive.com, or email the firm at recall@omsdive.com

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Dive Stores Nationwide From May 2006 Through August 2008 For About $400. Recall FAQ

Dive Stores Nationwide From May 2006 Through August 2008 For About $400. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Scuba Diving Buoyancy Compensators Recalled by Ocean Management Systems Due to Drowning Hazard. The notice was published on April 28, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 20,000 units are potentially affected.