CPSC recall 05-511, announced November 17, 2004, covers Ocean Management Systems Rotating Cross Bar SCUBA Manifold (about 140 units). Undersized o-rings installed on the cross bar can cause a loss of breathing air from the SCUBA cylinder, presenting a risk of drowning. The notice cites 1 incident report. Affected units will be replaced at no cost to the consumer. Recall contact: call 845-692-3600, or email kim@omsdive.com.
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Which products are included?
The recall involves the 200 and 300 Bar versions of the OMS Rotating Cross Bar Manifold. The manifold consists of two valves which have "O.M.S." stamped on the side of each valve and a crossbar that has three O-rings per side. Each part has a black plastic knob.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Undersized o-rings installed on the cross bar can cause a loss of breathing air from the SCUBA cylinder, presenting a risk of drowning.
Incidents and injuries
There has been one report of breathing air leaking from a cylinder. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Affected units will be replaced at no cost to the consumer.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 05-511
- Units
- About 140
- Manufactured in
- Italy
- Sold at / sales period
- Dive stores nationwide, from December 2003 through September 2004, for about $238.
- Importer
- Ocean Management Systems, Inc., of Middletown, NY
Rotating Cross Bar SCUBA Manifold
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Recall contact information
Affected consumers are being contacted directly by OMS to arrange for a free replacement. Consumers with affected products who have not been contacted should call OMS at 845-692-3600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or send an e-mail to kim@omsdive.com
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