EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Machinery
Angle grinder conversion kit Retoo “CHAIN SAW 12” — risk: cuts
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/01944/26
Summary
The product's lack of safety functions such as a chain brake, an ergonomic handle and switch function may seriously injure the user if the saw chain blocks or kicks back. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841-4.
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Product
- Chain blade (guide rail) chain saw adaptor for connection to an angle grinder. Size: 12" – 300 mm.
- Sold online: Other(www.kaufland.de) /
What is the risk?
- The product's lack of safety functions such as a chain brake, an ergonomic handle and switch function may seriously injure the user if the saw chain blocks or kicks back. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841-4.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 20/05/2026
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