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Télémètre à Ultrason à Viser Laser

Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk

Télémètre à Ultrason à Viser Laser was recalled on 6 December 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1713/13. Damage to sight risk reported by France. The rangefinder is declared to be a class 2 laser product, but is actually a class 3R laser product and could cause damage to sight.

Photo of recalled product: Télémètre à Ultrason à Viser Laser
Alert NumberA12/1713/13
BrandMBI
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberRef.: 564723 – n°33/2009
Published6 December 2013

Risk Description

The rangefinder is declared to be a class 2 laser product, but is actually a class 3R laser product and could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with respect to product information.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 16/10/2013Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/10/2013Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Ultrasonic laser rangefinder.

👁️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to sight hazard related to Télémètre à Ultrason à Viser Laser.

About this risk

This product can cause eye damage due to excessive light emission (e.g., lasers), projectiles, or chemical splash risk.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have experienced eye discomfort, consult an ophthalmologist. Keep the product away from children.

Who is at risk?

All users, especially children who may look directly at bright light sources.

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