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OtherJuly 17, 2003CPSC #03163

CPSC, UWATEC Announce Recall of Smart Dive Computers

Product
Computers & Electronics
Units affected
6,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recalled units are the UWATEC Smart PRO and the Smart COM dive computers. The Smart PRO is offered as a console and as a wrist unit. The Smart COM only comes in a console model. The names of each unit appear on the computer case, along with the name "UWATEC."

Hazard

The computer's alert signal system may not work properly and the computer screen may freeze. This may cause inaccurate information to be displayed, such as water depth, tank pressure, and ascent rate, posing a risk to the safety of a diver.

Injuries

The firm has received two reports of the dive computers not working properly, though no injuries have been reported.

Made in

Switzerland

Where it was sold

  • Authorized UWATEC dealers nationwide, from February 2002 through June 2003, for between $638 and $910.

Photos

Recalled Smart PRO UWATEC Dive Computer, wrist unitRecalled Smart PRO UWATEC Dive Computer, console unitRecalled Smart COM UWATEC Dive Computer, console unit
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