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Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard

  • Picture of recalled Scuba Diving Regulators
Name of Product:
Apeks Second Stage Scuba Regulators
Hazard:

These regulators can be missing the diaphragm cover which can cause the diaphragm to become displaced during a dive, allowing water to enter the scuba regulator. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.

Remedy:
Inspect
Recall Date:
September 17, 2008
Units:

About 25,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.aqualung.com.

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Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Apeks TX, ATX, and XTX second stage regulators that have never been serviced. Apeks and TX, ATX, or XTX is printed on the regulator.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop diving with these regulators and visit an authorized Apeks dealer for a free inspection and free installation of a diaphragm cover, if the cover is missing.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold At:
Authorized Apeks dealers nationwide from February 2000 through June 2008 for between $420 and $1,450.
Manufacturer(s):
Apeks Marine Equipment Ltd., of Blackburn, England
Distributor(s):
Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif.
Manufactured In:
England
Recall number:
08-402

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