Circular saw blade
| Alert Number | A12/00471/23 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 10 March 2023 |
Risk Description
The product may be mounted on an angle grinder and may therefore, opposed to its advertised use, be used as a hand-held circular saw without the appropriate protections and protective devices. This could cause kickback or loss of control over the tool, resulting in injuries. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: UnknownType 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, 115 mm x 22 mm, with 8 teeth, which according to the exhibitor, is intended for use on angle grinders. The product was sold online.