Brownie's Third Lung Recalls Air Compressors Due to Drowning Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-11-19). Hazards: drowning. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09049 |
| Published | 2008-11-19 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment |
| Products | Air Compressors |
| Firm named in the title | Brownie's Third Lung |
| Firms | Brownie's Third Lung, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | drowning |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Brownie's Third Lung factory and various marine/diving products resellers nationwide from July 2007 through August 2008 for between $2000 and $3500. |
Description
The recalled products include the following models: Product Models Serial Numbers Gas-powered direct drive hookah compressor assemblies F280X, F390X, C270, C390, CTD390 14421 - 15715 Dual-head electric direct drive compressor assemblies E250, EC2 14344 - 15762 The serial number is printed on a metallic plate located on the compressor's base and on the storage case.
Hazard
The air compressor's components can fail, which could cause a stoppage of air flow. This poses a risk of drowning to users.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the air compressor and contact their dealer for a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Consumers are being directly notified of this recall.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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