Practi-VALVE training valves recalled over choking hazard

Recall date

November 23, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Work 'N Leisure Recalls Air Valves Used in CPR Training Due to Choking Hazard

Recall number

17035

Brand / firm

Ningbo Sifang Medical Corp., of China

Sold / distributed

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Why it was recalled

The end-cap of the valves can detach in a person's mouth while being used during CPR training, posing a choking hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Practi-VALVES that are used to practice mouth-to-mouth resuscitation/CPR. The trainee connects the blue plastic air valve to a plastic mask, places it over the dummy's mouth and blows through the valve to fill the dummy's lungs with air. "WNL Products" is printed in white on the valves. This recall only involves valves in Lot 3197. "Lot 3197" is printed on the packaging. The valves measure 2.75 inches long by 1 inch wide and are disposable.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled valves and contact Work 'N Leisure to return the valves for free replacements.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.