United KingdomThe Longyanquanhengxinxijishuyouxiangongsi 0.5L Scuba Diving Cylinder, a yellow 0.5L dive cylinder sold on eBay by seller gigibaobao (item number 175720305086), is affected. It was recalled because it failed depth testing and only remained within requirements to 5 metres instead of the required 50 metres, presenting a serious drowning risk; owners should stop using it immediately and contact the distributor for redress.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Longyanquanhengxinxijishuyouxiangongsi 0.5L Scuba Diving Cylinder presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Type: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Environmental Respiratory Protection (Non Powered)
Brand: Longyanquanhengxinxijishuyouxiangongsi
eBay seller: gigibaobao
eBay item number: 175720305086
eBay listing: Portable 0.5L Scuba Diving Equipment Oxygen Tank Air Cylinder Underwater Breath
Country of Origin: Hong Kong
Product Description: Yellow dive cylinder.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0030
Lead Authority: Office for Product Safety and Standards
The 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.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment.
What to do
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Consumers who own the product are advised to stop using it immediately and contact the distributor for redress.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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