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From: Larry Fox <lfox@gd*.co*>
To: "'techdiver@aquanaut.com'" <techdiver@aquanaut.com>
Subject: FYI - Scubapro recall
Date: Tue, 30 Sep 1997 08:44:24 -0400
I read in this month's (October 97) issue of Consumer Reports on page 33 =
that Scubapro has issued a recall on the G500 second-stage.  I have =
reproduced the exact wording of the notice below for anyone who cares.

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Scubapro G500 second-stage regulator used in scuba diving.

VIVA control knob could detach during dive and allow water to rush into =
regulator, resulting in possible drowning.

Products: 1800 regulators, with serial number 13497450 or lower, sold =
3/97 - 6/97 at diving specialty stores for about $300.  Serial number is =
located on the bottom face of exhaust manifold.

What to do:  Stop using regulator immediately, and contact nearest =
authorized Scubapro dealer to arrange for free replacement of VIVA =
control knob.  For more information, call Scubapro at 800 467-2822, ext =
1697.

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Hope this helps . . .

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