[Recalled] EVAC-U8™ and EVAC+™ Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods — These smoke hoods are one-time use respiratory devices that assist users with b… | CPSC 2006-04-20
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | EVAC-U8™ and EVAC+™ Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Brookdale International Systems Inc., of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 06144 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 20 April 2006 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: These smoke hoods are one-time use respiratory devices that assist users with breathing, while escaping a fire. They include a transparent plastic hood that covers the user's head, and a canister that filters out toxic gases. "EVAC+™" or "EVAC-U8™" is printed on the canister. Hazards: The emergency escape smoke hoods could fail to work properly, exposing the user to harmful carbon monoxide, which could seriously compromise their ability to escape the fire threat.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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