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Children’s room phone

Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Children’s room phone was recalled on 14 May 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0783/10. Damage to hearing risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound pressure level is 92.

Photo of recalled product: Children’s room phone
Alert Number0783/10
BrandPhone New Style
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNO. 2233, EAN code: 8590756340618
Published14 May 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the sound pressure level is 92.9 dB, exceeding the permitted value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of sales by the supplier.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Toy – two children’s room phones operating on the batteries interconnected by cable. Made from PVC of pink, red, green and blue colours. Packed in a varicoloured cardboard box with pictures of girl and boy.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Children’s room phone.

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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