DiveAlert Emergency Signaling Devices Recalled by Ideations Due to Drowning Hazard

Active Recall Announced June 5, 2013 CPSC #13207

Quick answer

DiveAlert Emergency Signaling Devices Recalled by Ideations Due to Drowning Hazard is CPSC recall #13207, announced on June 5, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS scuba dive signaling devices with model numbers DA2, DP2 or DV2. The signaling device is attached to the diver's buoyancy compensator device (BCD) power inflator/alternate regulator system by a chrome-plated brass coupling and is used to activate a loud surface horn or an underwater percussion noise to alert others in the event of a diver's emergency. The devices are also used in non-emergencies to get the attention of the pickup boat or other divers. The DA2 is black with an orange button, the DP2 is black with a gray knob and red button and has DiveAlert PLUS printed on it, and the DV2 is black and red. They can be used with Aqualung AirSource, Oceanic Air XS, Aeris Air Link and Mares Air Control regulator/inflators. Only these signaling devices without any stamped writing on the coupling's collar are included in this recall. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled divealert signaling devices and return them to an authorized divealert dealer or to divealert for a free repair. the repair consists of replacing the defective female coupling.. Affected brand: Ideations DiveAlert.

Hazard

This recall involves DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS scuba dive signaling devices with model numbers DA2, DP2 or DV2. The signaling device is attached to the diver's buoyancy compensator device (BCD) power inflator/alternate regulator system by a chrome-plated brass coupling and is used to activate a loud surface horn or an underwater percussion noise to alert others in the event of a diver's emergency. The devices are also used in non-emergencies to get the attention of the pickup boat or other divers. The DA2 is black with an orange button, the DP2 is black with a gray knob and red button and has DiveAlert PLUS printed on it, and the DV2 is black and red. They can be used with Aqualung AirSource, Oceanic Air XS, Aeris Air Link and Mares Air Control regulator/inflators. Only these signaling devices without any stamped writing on the coupling's collar are included in this recall.

Affected products

DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS signaling devices

Recalled brands

Ideations DiveAlert

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled DiveAlert signaling devices and return them to an authorized DiveAlert dealer or to DiveAlert for a free repair. The repair consists of replacing the defective female coupling.

Recall date

June 5, 2013

Categories

Scuba Diving

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #13207?

CPSC recall #13207 covers DiveAlert Emergency Signaling Devices Recalled by Ideations Due to Drowning Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on June 5, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS scuba dive signaling devices with model numbers DA2, DP2 or DV2. The signaling device is attached to the diver's buoyancy compensator device (BCD) power inflator/alternate regulator system by a chrome-plated brass coupling and is used to activate a loud surface horn or an underwater percussion noise to alert others in the event of a diver's emergency. The devices are also used in non-emergencies to get the attention of the pickup boat or other divers. The DA2 is black with an orange button, the DP2 is black with a gray knob and red button and has DiveAlert PLUS printed on it, and the DV2 is black and red. They can be used with Aqualung AirSource, Oceanic Air XS, Aeris Air Link and Mares Air Control regulator/inflators. Only these signaling devices without any stamped writing on the coupling's collar are included in this recall.

What is the remedy for recall #13207?

The CPSC remedy for recall #13207 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled divealert signaling devices and return them to an authorized divealert dealer or to divealert for a free repair. the repair consists of replacing the defective female coupling.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell DiveAlert Emergency Signaling Devices Recalled by Ideations Due to Drowning Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/DiveAlert-Emergency-Signaling-Devices-Recalled-by-Ideations. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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