URGENT RECALL: Genesis, Sherwood BCDs
Date: 2004-02-16Genesis and Sherwood have announced an urgent recall of Scuba Buoyancy Compensators (BCD). The recall has been reported to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission with whom Genesis and Sherwood are working. A condition has recently been identified that may exist in recently manufactured Genesis and Sherwood Scuba Buoyancy Compensators (BCD) that requires immediate attention. The power inflator on certain model BCDs could, in rare instances, provide continuous inflation and expose the diver to potential injury if appropriate measures are not taken to operate the exhaust valve to control ascent. The condition is caused by a molding variation in a seal within the inflator valve, and although this variation is not present in every power inflator, Genesis and Sherwood are requiring that all BCDs manufactured within a limited time period be updated with new power inflator valve assemblies. If you believe your BCD may be included in the group of affected products, discontinue use for diving immediately and contact your authorized Genesis or Sherwood dealer for a free upgrade, or contact Genesis or Sherwood at the toll-free number listed below. Affected Buoyancy Compensators: Power inflator valves within the specified serial number range having either a black or gray colored power inflator button. The updated power inflator valve assembly has a blue button and are not affected by this recall notice. Sherwood BCDs: Silhouette, Magnum, Avid, Luna and Freedom models purchased after July 1, 2003 with a serial number between 90010001 and 90350167. Genesis BCDs: Cayman, Cobra, Athena and Phantom models purchased after July 1, 2003 with a serial number between 90010001 and 90350167. Serial Number Location: See information label on the BCD entitled 'Important Notice'. The lable may be inside or behind the BCD pocket. If you have a Genesis or Sherwood BCD which is affected, please return it to you authorized dealer for a free power inflator valve replacement. For more information visit www.genesisscuba.com or www.sherwoodscuba.com or call 800.815.9740 ext 233. | 
