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Electric saw HITMAN “185mm Electric Circular Saw” — risk: burns, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. OR/00039/26
Summary
After reaching a power of 2000 W, the motor of the product emits flames and glowing particles, which could cause burns to the user or lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841.
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Product
Electric saw — HITMAN
- Brand
- HITMAN
- Name / model
- 185mm Electric Circular Saw · HT-CLS-3348LS
- Category
- Hand tools
- Electric circular saw, equipped with a laser sight and a blade with a diameter of 185 mm and powered by mains voltage, made with a plastic casing. The product is sold with 1 additional stop, 1 Allen key, 1 saw blade, 2 carbon brushes and a user manual in English.
What is the risk?
- After reaching a power of 2000 W, the motor of the product emits flames and glowing particles, which could cause burns to the user or lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 25/02/2026
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 25/02/2026
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