Product Recall: SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre sold via Amazon (2511-0240)
Product Recall for SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Summary
Product: SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it failed depth testing and does not meet the requirements of BS EN 250:2014.
Corrective action: OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Environmental Respiratory Protection - Non Powered |
|---|---|
| Brand | SMACO |
| Model | S400 Plus |
| Amazon ASIN | B09BN6C6PJ |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Black and orange Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) set with cylinder of 1L volume. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it failed depth testing and does not meet the requirements of BS EN 250:2014. The maximum depth reached by the apparatus without exceeding the requirements was 5 metres, not the 50m required. If the product is used in depths beyond 5 metres, it may stop operating. Improvements are also required to labelling and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment.
Corrective action
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. Consumers who own the product are advised to stop using it immediately and contact the distributor for redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2511-0240
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards