Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
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Alert Number0872/09
Brandory: Laser pointersProduct: Laser pointer - Laser and LED lightBrands: 1. IK2. LD
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number1. Item No.: MT-S0510260, S/N: 2008108 2. S/N: 2006108
Published3 July 2009

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of damage to sight because they incorporate a class 3A laser which is dangerous if a direct beam, or even a beam reflected off a reflective surface, strikes the unprotected eye. Both pointers bear the indication “Class IIIA Laser Product”. Class 3 laser pointers should not be placed on the market for use by consumers.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

Items 1 and 2 have the same characteristics: Laser and LED pointers, silver colour, with a long black flexible light head. The LED light has a magnet in the bottom. The laser is operated by three 1.5V AG13 button cells. The products are packed in plastic frames in blue cardboard boxes. Approximate dimensions: 21x3.5x2.3 cm (cardboard package), 16.3x1.6x1.4 cm (unpacked).

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