EU alert · Safety Gate Other risk levels Machinery
Gate closer Assa Abloy — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/0022/16
Summary
null The metal body of the mechanism can fracture when under tension (opening over 90 degree angle): this may cause the spring or pieces of metal to be ejected, hitting users and causing injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
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Product
Gate closer — Assa Abloy
- Brand
- Assa Abloy
- Name / model
- MAB 620C
- Batch number(s)
- 8022342677100Affected products are manufactured in 2015 and 2016.
- Category
- Machinery
- Gate closer to be used in external gates. The mechanism has a sliding arm and is designed for gates with a width of 1 meter.
What is the risk?
- null The metal body of the mechanism can fracture when under tension (opening over 90 degree angle): this may cause the spring or pieces of metal to be ejected, hitting users and causing injuries.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: 17/02/2016
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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