Laser pointer

Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Laser pointer
Alert Number0894/09
Brand1. SW; 2. Unknown
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number1. Model: TY–KL0672. Model: #0312623
Published10 July 2009

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of damage to sight if the laser beam is pointed at the eye.They bear the indication “Class IIIA Laser Product”. Class 3 laser pointers may not be placed on the market for consumer use.These products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

1. Silver laser pointer in the shape of a spaceship, with two blue and red blinking LEDs on the side. The laser is operated by three 1.5V AG13 (LR41) button cells. The product is packed in a cardboard box with 4 different exchangeable heads that produce different shaped laser beams. Approximate dimensions: 16x8.7x2.3 cm (package), 12.7x2.8x2 cm (unpacked). 2. Silver pocket knife with a laser pointer in the form of a key ring. The laser is operated by three 1.5V AG13 (LR41) button cells and has 5 different exchangeable heads that produce different shaped laser beams. The product is packed in a dark grey cardboard box. Approximate dimensions: 11x7x1.6 cm (package), 13x3x1.2 cm (unpacked).

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