December 23, 2009 
Cressi is recalling about 200 of its Ellipse Black MC5 regulators.
Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard to divers.
The firm has received three reports of inaccurate pressure readings while the scuba regulators were in use. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves regulators used to control the flow of air while scuba diving, making it possible for divers to breathe under water. The recalled regulators have model name Ellipse Black MC5. Cressi MC5 and Cressi Black are printed on the regulator.
The regulators, made in Italy, were sold at authorized dive shops nationwide and on the Internet from March 2009 through August 2009 for between $280 and $309.
Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. Consumers can also return the product to Cressi at One Charles Street, Westwood, N.J. 07675.
For additional information, contact Cressi at (800) 338-9143 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.cressi.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
