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Recalls for a Regulator and a BCD

from the February, 2010 issue of Undercurrent  

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Don’t use the Cressi Ellipse Black MC5 regulator: Turns out you might have less air in your tank than you think. A recall issued by Cressi says, “Partial obstruction of the high-pressure port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the BC needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard to divers.” About 200 regulators have been recalled in the wake of Cressi-Sub USA receiving three reports of inaccurate pressure readings. “Cressi MC5” and “Cressi Black” are printed on the faulty regulators. If you have one, return it to a Cressi-authorized dive shop for a free repair, or call 800-338-9243....