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SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Stop using it in or near water.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- S400 Plus
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- B09BN6C6PJ
What to do now
SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre could contribute to drowning.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2511-0240). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre presenting a serious risk of drowning.
The risk
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.
Action taken
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
Advice to consumers
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
Product description
Black and orange Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) set with cylinder of 1L volume.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre been recalled?
SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre could contribute to drowning. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model and item or listing code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it in or near water. Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
Where was SMACO S400 Plus Diving Cylinder 1 Litre sold?
The notice names Amazon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
