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1. SW; 2. Unknown laser pointer — damage to sight risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskDamage to sightJul 10, 2009

Hazard

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

  • Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

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).

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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