Product description

The retaining ring is a circular plastic ring that is threaded and screwed onto the regulator apparatus. It allows the diver to breathe underwater using supplied air (SCUBA).

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Reason the product is recalled

The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver.

The hazards to consumers

Loss of air to the diver poses a drowning hazard.

What consumers should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and return the mask for a free repair if necessary. For more information, contact Ocean Technology Systems via e-mail at recall@otscomm.com

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Who sold the product

Sanctum Australia Pty Ltd, Luke Pike, Jeffrey Hills & Associates, Divex Asia Pacific Pty, Aqua Tech Australia

Identifying product features

Masks with serial numbers 9051284 through to 10070954 are affected by the recall. The serial number is located on the main regulator body.

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

Masks with serial numbers 9051284 through to 10070954 are affected by the recall. The serial number is located on the main regulator body.

Where the product was sold

Nationally

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Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2011/12510 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.