Flare Gun Malfunction


A defective opening mechanism in some 12-gauge plastic flare guns
manufactured by Olin (now Orion Safety Products) prior to 2000 may not
open wide enough to accept a flare cartridge. Guns with a modification
to correct the possible problem are marked with U.S. Coast Guard
approval code 160 028//12/1. Boaters with older flare guns should check
the operation of the opening mechanism now and at the start of each
boating season. If the breech will not open wide enough to accept a
cartridge, the gun should be sent back for a replacement. Send
defective guns to: ORION SAFETY PRODUCTS, MARINE DIVISION, 3157N. 500W,
PERU, IN 46970; 1-800-851-5260.