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Emergency position indicating radio beacon GME — risk: -
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1128/14
Summary
null A fault in the microprocessor may effectively shut the beacon down. As a consequence the beacon may not work in an emergency situation.
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Hazard-
Notified byFrance
Country of originAustralia
Intended forConsumer
Product
- Emergency position indicating radio beacon for marine use used to alert the coastguard and rescue authorities in case of an emergency.
What is the risk?
- null A fault in the microprocessor may effectively shut the beacon down. As a consequence the beacon may not work in an emergency situation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 04/07/2014
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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