was recalled on 21 July 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0433/06. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because- insufficient insulation resistance and electric strength- when testing the electric strength at a voltage of 4 kV, a flashover occurs between the live parts and the metal part of the grinder;- during durability testing, the grinder operation interrupts permanently several times;- during no-load test at 299 V, after 32 s, the rotor starts to scrape the stator causing excessive sparks and smoke.
| Alert Number | 0433/06 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 21 July 2006 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because- insufficient insulation resistance and electric strength- when testing the electric strength at a voltage of 4 kV, a flashover occurs between the live parts and the metal part of the grinder;- during durability testing, the grinder operation interrupts permanently several times;- during no-load test at 299 V, after 32 s, the rotor starts to scrape the stator causing excessive sparks and smoke.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the European Standard EN 50144.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and warning of consumers by the distributor and supplier. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Angle grinder “A Selection” made of red plastic. Type/number of model: A352.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.
Recommended action
Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.
Who is at risk?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.