Attachment for brush cutter
Attachment for brush cutter was recalled on 20 December 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00143/24. Cuts risk reported by Denmark. The bolts or rivets attaching the chains to the flail-cutter could break.
| Alert Number | INFO/00143/24 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts |
| Notifying Country | Denmark |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 20 December 2024 |
Risk Description
The bolts or rivets attaching the chains to the flail-cutter could break. The chains might consequently detach during use and hit the user, causing injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the Commission Decision 2012/32/EU prohibiting the placing on the market of flail-type cutting attachments for portable hand-held brush cutters.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Chainsaw chains for flat-type cutting attachment Product sold online, in particular via Wish.
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts hazard related to Attachment for brush cutter.
About this risk
This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.