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Laser pointers — damage to sight risk (0719/07)

EU Safety GateSerious riskDamage to sightJul 27, 2007

Hazard

Label on the product indicates that it is a laser of class 3.These products, therefore, are potentially dangerous if the beam strikes an unprotected eye directly or even when reflected by another surface (watches, rings, pens, etc.). Selling of lasers of class 3 is prohibited in Italy except for specific professional uses; in such cases the supplier must clearly indicate the purpose of the product and the instructions for its proper use.In addition, the label is not suitable, since the information is in English only.This product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60865.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Unmarked torch with white five-LED light and laser pointer with case in various colours (code 2006101) – Class IIIA

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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