Black Diamond Recon BT and Guide BT Avalanche Transceivers
Official notice
12 Dec 2022
Last checked
12 Dec 2022
An official ACCC notice concerns Black Diamond Recon BT and Guide BT Avalanche Transceivers. If the transceiver is not in SEARCH mode, the device will not be able to locate a skier in an avalanche, which could result in severe injuries or death if the skier is buried under snow. Published 2022-12-12.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately cease using their transceiver and check the SEND and SEARCH functions: To do this, consumers should: 1) Move the slider lock to the left and the mode slider upwards in the position SEARCH. 2) Make sure the SEARCH symbol (- -) appears on the display 3) Move the slider downwards, until it locks in position SEND 4) Make sure the SEND symbol (X) appears on the display 5) Move the slider lock to the left and the mode slider downwards in the position OFF. 6) Make sure that the beacon is turned off. For further assistance follow the instructions in the Quickstart Guide at https://blackdiamond-web.cdn.prismic.io/blackdiamond-web/31d30bb0-b89e-41fe-a255-27ec4b344cf5_M13107_D+BD+Guide-Recon+Full+Manual-WEB.pdf If consumers are unable to switch between the modes, or are uncertain whether the transceiver is working properly they should contact Sea to Summit Pty Ltd for a replacement or refund. For further information, contact Sea to Summit Pty Ltd by phone on (08) 9221 6617 , by email at productsafety@seatosummit.com.au or visit https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com.au/pages/contact
Recall number
ebf42b9c-7943-4530-a0bd-7d5654b06cf6
Official notice
2022-12-12
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If the transceiver is not in SEARCH mode, the device will not be able to locate a skier in an avalanche, which could result in severe injuries or death if the skier is buried under snow.
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