Circular saw blade
Cuts Machinery Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00384/23 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 24 February 2023 |
Risk Description
The saw blade may be mounted on an angle grinder and may therefore, contrary to its advertised use, be used as a hand-held circular saw without the appropriate protections and protective devices. This could cause a kickback or loss of control over the tool, resulting in injuries, cuts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the European standard EN 60745-2-3.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Wood-carving disc for chainsaw blade, intended for use on angle grinders. The product is 125 mm x 16 mm, with 22 teeth. The product was sold online.