EU alert · Safety Gate Other risk levels Machinery
Circular saw blade Kwiksaw “Woodblade” — risk: cuts
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00014/23
Summary
The circular saw blade may be mounted on an angle grinder, but lacks the safety features to adequately protect the user from contact with the blade. Kickback or loss of control over the tool can result in injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 60745-2-3.
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Product
- Circular saw blade, 230x22,2 mm, advertised for angle grinders. Product also sold online.
What is the risk?
- The circular saw blade may be mounted on an angle grinder, but lacks the safety features to adequately protect the user from contact with the blade. Kickback or loss of control over the tool can result in injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 60745-2-3.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 24/10/2022
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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