AustraliaApeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea scuba diving second-stage regulators with serial numbers 250402212 to 260402893 are affected. A manufacturing defect can restrict breathing-gas flow at depths exceeding 45 metres, so the regulator may not deliver sufficient gas, creating a risk of death or serious injury from asphyxiation. Stop using affected regulators immediately and return them to the place of purchase or an authorised Apeks service centre for inspection and free repair; contact your local Apeks dealer if unsure.
What's being recalled
Apeks scuba diving second-stage regulators:
XL4
XL4+
Ocea
Serial number range: 250402212 to 260402893
The hazard
A manufacturing defect in the affected second-stage regulators can restrict the flow of breathing gas at depths exceeding 45 metres. The regulator may not deliver sufficient breathing gas when required.
Risk of death or serious injury from asphyxiation if the regulator does not supply adequate air to a diver when used.
What to do
Stop using affected regulators immediately. Do not use the regulator until it has been inspected and verified as safe to use.
Please return the regulator to the place of purchase or an authorised Apeks service centre. Affected regulators will be inspected and, if necessary, repaired free of charge by qualified technicians using approved Apeks replacement components.
If you are unsure whether your regulator is affected, please contact your local Apeks dealer for customer support or further assistance.
Contact
HEAD OCEANIA PTY LIMITED t/s ZOGGS AUSTRALIA
call: (02) 9453 2000 (Dial 1)
email info@au.mares.com and RecallXL4@aqualung.com
visit: https://au.apeksdiving.com/pages/store-locator
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Product Safety Australia (ACCC), collected from Product Safety Australia (ACCC). Check the original before you act on it.
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