Appreciated for its ease of use and its ability to quickly measure the distance between two points, the parkside laser rangefinder is pointed out. According to the recall sheet published on the government portal Reminder consumer, His laser would be potentially “too powerful” And could cause serious eye damage in the event of poor manipulation.
The reference concerned by this recall is 470757_2407. If you have this tool, a simple check on the back of the device will allow you to identify it. The signage sheet mentions this precise reference, in order to avoid confusion with another tool in the Parkside range.
Faced with the danger represented by this rangefinder, Lidl urges all its customers to “Immediately stop using it”. The discounter recommends Bring it back without delay in the purchasing store in order to obtain a refund. A GREEN NEEW (008.00.54.35.54.35) has also been made available to consumers to answer all questions concerning this recall procedure, which will remain in force until October 15.
What risks for users?
This national recall has therefore been set up because of the danger represented by the laser. Unlike other incidents in daily life, a lesion caused by a laser beam can be almost instantaneous and sometimes irreversible. Children, but also poorly suspicious DIY enthusiasts, are likely to be exposed to laser power greater than the regulatory limit. Such exposure can cause retina burns, persistent vision disorders, even partial or total loss of sight.
The case of this rangefinder is far from isolated. Regularly, the Reminder Console site lists products, all sectors combined, with a danger to health or public security. This is the case today with this parkside tool, but it also affects the automobile, the food industry or even toys.
This recall also makes it possible to remind consumers that it is important to be vigilant about the provenance and conformity of the products purchased, even when it comes to large deemed brands like Lidl. Recalls of dangerous articles are now announced with force illustrations and multi-channel communications (specialized sites, SMS alerts, store reports), but the first protection remains informed information and careful verification of the products used.
If you are part of the dizzy, rest assured: the signs, starting with Lidl, generally cooperate effectively with the authorities and offer a reimbursement without condition, without requiring a receipt or proof of purchase, As soon as the product benchmark is clearly identified.
- A parkside laser rangefinder sold in Lidl is recalled, because its laser can be dangerous for the eyes.
- The reference concerned is 470757_2407, to be checked on your tool.
- You must imperatively stop its use now, report it to the store to reimburse, and inform those around you.
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