Brush cutter
Brush cutter was recalled on 5 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1000/07. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by France. This product poses a risk of cuts and injuries because:- a possible fault in the control system can cause the product to accelerate out of the user’s control, - if the operator release the control device and unintentionally catch the cable, can cause that the engine to run at high speed,- the connecting cords are not protected, and if they are disconnected the earth circuit will remain open, which prevent the machine from being switched off.
| Alert Number | 1000/07 |
| Brand | IKRA |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | IKRA BT2640 |
| Published | 5 October 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of cuts and injuries because:- a possible fault in the control system can cause the product to accelerate out of the user’s control, - if the operator release the control device and unintentionally catch the cable, can cause that the engine to run at high speed,- the connecting cords are not protected, and if they are disconnected the earth circuit will remain open, which prevent the machine from being switched off. This product does not comply with the Machinery Directive 98/37/EC and the relevant European standard EN ISO 11806.
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 authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Petrol brush cutter
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to 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.