EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Furniture
Office chair Argos “Milo Office Chair” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1273/13
Summary
null The product poses a risk of injuries because the seat base plate can detach from the chair base causing the user to fall. 16 reported incidents.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 12520.
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Product
- Office chair in wood on a chrome plated metal frame mounted on castors. Chair has swivel and lock mechanism. Gas lift adjustable seat height. Seat W43, D43cm. Maximum user weight 110kg (17st 5lb).
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of injuries because the seat base plate can detach from the chair base causing the user to fall. 16 reported incidents.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 12520.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 29/07/2013
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