was recalled on 6 January 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0703/05. Injuries risk reported by Germany. By unintentional pressing of the separate "Turbo button", which is easily activated, the equipment starts up at 100% power.
| Alert Number | 0703/05 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Czechia |
| Published | 6 January 2006 |
Risk Description
By unintentional pressing of the separate "Turbo button", which is easily activated, the equipment starts up at 100% power. If this happens during the changing or insertion/removal of the kneader attachment or the whisk attachment there is a risk of serious injury to the hands. Accident, during the changing /insertion or removal of the kneader attachment or the whisk attachment one consumer almost lost a thumb.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Publishing of a warning and offer to exchange by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Publishing of a warning and offer to exchange by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Electric hand-held mixer "Philips - Küchenmixer"Type/model:Cucina HR 1560, 1561, 1565; Serial number 04420 to 05170; 200 000 mixers that are faulty and were manufactured between October 2004 and April 2005.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.