CPSC recall · Reported February 22, 2005
CPSC, Head USA Inc. Announce Recall of SCUBA Diving Computers
The dive computers were improperly calibrated, resulting in incorrect calculations. Diving with an improperly calibrated dive computer can provide inaccurate "No Decompression (no…
Htm Sports S.p.A., of Italy recalled The recall includes the Dacor Darwin Air dive computer with serial numbers 3265 through 3….
CPSC, Head USA Inc. Announce Recall of SCUBA Diving Computers was recalled by Htm Sports S.p.A., of Italy in February 22, 2005. Reason: The dive computers were improperly calibrated, resulting in incorrect calculations. Diving with an improperly…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled diving computers and return the co…. Verify recall #05118 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Htm Sports S.p.A., of Italy issued this CPSC recall-The dive computers were improperly calibrated, resulting in incorrect calculations. Diving with an improperly….
- None
- agency class
- 181 units
- affected scope
- February 22, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05118 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recall includes the Dacor Darwin Air dive computer with serial numbers 3265 through 3415, and the Dacor Darwin Console dive computer with serial numbers 8503 through 8592. The serial number will appear on the dive computer screen after removing and reinserting the batteries. The Darwin Air is a completely integrated dive computer and pressure gauge with "Dacor Darwin Air" written on the front. It is encased in gray on black heavy-duty plastic. The Darwin Console is a dive computer with a compact submersible pressure gauge bearing the word "Dacor" on the front. It is encased in black heavy-duty plastic.
Reason for recall
The dive computers were improperly calibrated, resulting in incorrect calculations. Diving with an improperly calibrated dive computer can provide inaccurate "No Decompression (no stop) Time," "Decompression Time," "Desaturation Time" and "No Fly Time." This could result in divers suffering serious injuries, including decompression sickness.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled diving computers and return the computers to an authorized Dacor dealer for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05118 |
| Date reported | February 22, 2005 |
| Date initiated | February 22, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Htm Sports S.p.A., of Italy |
| Affected scope | 181 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled diving computers and return the computers to an authorized Dacor dealer fo…
- Check the recall number (05118) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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