VHF marine radio LVR-250 – Marine VHF DSC Radio
VHF marine radio LVR-250 – Marine VHF DSC Radio was recalled on 1 July 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0608/11. Drowning risk reported by Norway. The product poses a risk of drowning because the operation of the distress button does not follow the ITU recommendations, the description in EN 301 025 or the description in the user manual.
| Alert Number | 0608/11 |
| Brand | Lowrance |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | LVR-250 Serial Number: 259401247 |
| Published | 1 July 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of drowning because the operation of the distress button does not follow the ITU recommendations, the description in EN 301 025 or the description in the user manual. Instead of just lifting the lid and hold down the button for 3 seconds, the user needs to lift a lid and then press the button twice. This way of operation may not be clear for the user and might lead to a case where the user thinks he/she has sent an emergency signal, but actually has not.
Product Description
25 Watt VHF radio with digital selective call (DSC) distress button. The LCD presents 4 lines of text to display channel names, GPS position, GPS speed, GPS course or time, and DSC messages. The distress button is used in the case of an emergency to send an automatic emergency message.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to VHF marine radio LVR-250 – Marine VHF DSC Radio.
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.