Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Carbon Monoxide Alarm was recalled on 12 December 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1942/14. Asphyxiation risk reported by Poland. The detector is not sufficiently sensitive to CO.
| Alert Number | A12/1942/14 |
| Brand | CMI |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Asphyxiation |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model no: JB-C686L - 345691 |
| Published | 12 December 2014 |
Risk Description
The detector is not sufficiently sensitive to CO. The alarm does not promptly switch on, the people who are in the room may get intoxicated and asphyxiation may occur.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Battery-operated CO detector.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to Carbon Monoxide Alarm.
About this risk
This product can block the airways or restrict breathing, posing a risk of asphyxiation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the environment immediately, especially from sleeping areas. If someone is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services immediately.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk.