EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Machinery
Chainsaw STIHL — risk: cuts
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00306/22
Summary
When installing a lever in the chainsaw, there are discrepancies that can have an influence on the triggering sensitivity of the automatic chain brake. This may lead to risk of injuries in the event of a kickback. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
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Product
- Chainsaw MS 391. The product is also sold online.
What is the risk?
- When installing a lever in the chainsaw, there are discrepancies that can have an influence on the triggering sensitivity of the automatic chain brake. This may lead to risk of injuries in the event of a kickback. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 19/01/2022
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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