Angle grinder
Angle grinder was recalled on 26 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1093/07. Electric shock, Fire, Injuries risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of:- electric shock because the mechanical strength of the ventilation holes are not sufficient, therefore the live parts become accessible,- fire since due to the unfixed internal wiring short circuit may occur, the connections are made by twisting the cores of the wires, screws can protrude into the plastic cover,- injuries because the size of the protection shield is not appropriate.
| Alert Number | 1093/07 |
| Brand | Straus Austria |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ST/AG22001 |
| Published | 26 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of:- electric shock because the mechanical strength of the ventilation holes are not sufficient, therefore the live parts become accessible,- fire since due to the unfixed internal wiring short circuit may occur, the connections are made by twisting the cores of the wires, screws can protrude into the plastic cover,- injuries because the size of the protection shield is not appropriate.The product does not comply with Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 50144.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product has orange plastic cover, the gear house has silver metal cover with back insert at the grip. Main parts of the device: mains plug (FY-007; 16A; 250V; VDE); mains cable (H07RN-F; 2x1mm2; 450/750V; VDE); switch unit (FA5-12/2DB; 12(12)A; 250V~; 5E4; S; CE); suppression condenser (AD; MEX GPF; 0,47 ?F; K; X2; 250V~; + marks of approval); motor without inscriptions. Technical specification: 230 V; 50 Hz; 2500 W; Class II; 6000 RPM; 230 mm.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire, injuries hazard related to Angle grinder.
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.