EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Machinery
Thermal chainsaw PowerTech “Chain saw” — risk: cuts, injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00223/25
Summary
Due to the weak mechanical resistance of the chain, it can easily break or derail, causing injuries to the user. The throttle control does not lock properly, which can set the saw in motion unexpectedly, causing serious cuts and injuries to the user.. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 11681-1.
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Product
- Thermal chainsaw of 435 mm and 2.0 KW
- Recall information: https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/16463/Interne
What is the risk?
- Due to the weak mechanical resistance of the chain, it can easily break or derail, causing injuries to the user. The throttle control does not lock properly, which can set the saw in motion unexpectedly, causing serious cuts and injuries to the user.. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 11681-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 08/11/2024
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