Angle Grinder
Angle Grinder was recalled on 3 January 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0887/06. Electric shock, Injuries risk reported by Poland. Protection of the cable is made of the material with inappropriate flexibility and mechanical resistance.
| Alert Number | 0887/06 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Published | 3 January 2007 |
Risk Description
Protection of the cable is made of the material with inappropriate flexibility and mechanical resistance. This may lead to the damage of power supply cable vain and be the source of insufficient insulation which can cause the risk of electric shock. The content and composition of the user manual (lack of adequate warnings concerning safe use) may lead to the misuse of the grinder and therefore be the cause of external injuries (machinery of that type cannot be used safely without proper user manual).This product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standards EN 50144 and EN 60555.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Category: MachineryProduct: Angle GrinderBrand: BlaucraftType/number of model: BWS 115
⚡ ⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, injuries hazard related to Angle Grinder.
About this risk
Electric shock: This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use. Injuries: 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
Electric shock: 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. Injuries: 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?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.