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Scuba Diving News
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Wednesday, 14 April 2010 18:36 |
All divers using Tabata TUSA R-600 range first stage scuba regulators with serial numbers:
- UR600022 through UR600029
- UR600031 through UR600103
- UR6000637 through UR6000676
- UR600708 through UR600716
- UR600737 through UR600776
Should stop using these products IMMEDIATELY after an urgent recall from Tabata.
These products should be return to TUSA or an authorised dealer immediately for a free inspection and replacement.
Tusa RS-670 Regulator
Recall notice from CPSC (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission):
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: TUSA RS-670 Regulators
Units: About 250
Importer: Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA), of Long Beach, Calif.
Hazard: The first stage balance chamber plug can loosen from the scuba regulator causing a high-pressure leak and creating unstable pressure. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves R-600 first stage scuba regulators with the following serial numbers: UR600022 through UR600029, UR600031 through UR600103, UR6000637 through UR6000676, UR600708 through UR600716, UR600737 through UR600776. The serial number and TUSA logo are printed on the regulators.
Sold by: Authorized TUSA distributors and diving and equipment stores nationwide from May 2009 through September 2009 for about $450.
Manufactured in: Japan
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