Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall #11180 — March 21, 2011
Description
The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator.
Hazard
"The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer."
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received one report of a disengaged assembly. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and returning the masks for a free repair.
Units Affected
"About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada"
Sold At
Diving equipment retailers and direct sales nationwide from September 2010 through November 2010 for about $800.
Manufacturer
"Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif."
Manufactured In
Taiwan