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Recall 05271 — Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2005-09-15

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
05271
Date of alert
2005-09-15
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.H.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: Both models of avalanche transceivers are plastic and measure 5.5 inches by 2.5 inches by 1 inch. The M1 has a navy blue body and a yellow volume control switch. The M2 avalanche transceiver comes in two colors: glacier white (gray) with a red volume control switch, and orange with a gray volume control switch. The model name and "ORTOVOX" are written on the front of the transceivers. Hazards: The batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver could fail to function properly in the aftermath of an avalanche, and result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury or death.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Ortovox-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Avalanche-

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