Collins Aerospace recalls TASE 500 Imaging systems due to a miscalculated Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD) in Class lllb alignment lasers. This could affect laser safety in normal use.
the Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD) associated with a Class lllb alignment laser utilized in its TASE family of imaging systems has been miscalculated.
Collins Aerospace is recalling TASE 500 Imaging systems because the safety distance for their Class lllb alignment lasers was miscalculated. This could lead to eye injuries if the laser is used without proper safety measures.
The miscalculated Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD) means the laser's safe viewing distance might be shorter than intended. This could cause eye injuries if the laser is used without proper safety protocols.
Users of TASE 500 Imaging systems are affected. Those working with the systems in environments where laser safety is critical are at higher risk.
Check for TASE 500 Imaging systems with the model name 'TASE 500'. The recall applies to all units sold by Collins Aerospace.
Identify if your TASE 500 Imaging system has the model name 'TASE 500' as listed in the recall.
Collins Aerospace recalls TASE 500 Imaging systems because the Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD) for their Class lllb alignment lasers was miscalculated, which could lead to eye injuries.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your product is affected.
The recall states a miscalculated safety distance, but no specific risk of serious injury is mentioned. The danger level is low_risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Collins Aerospace to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1784-2019 — Collins Aerospace Collins Aerospace Hello, I own a Collins Aerospace that is covered by recall Z-1784-2019 from Collins Aerospace. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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