CO Melder 220-240V / Carbon Monoxide Alarm
CO Melder 220-240V / Carbon Monoxide Alarm was recalled on 30 January 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0073/15. Asphyxiation risk reported by Hungary. The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide.
| Alert Number | A12/0073/15 |
| Brand | Düwi |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Asphyxiation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 30 January 2015 |
Risk Description
The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 50291-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 19/11/2014
Product Description
Mains-operated, carbon monoxide detector with white plastic housing. Packaging: a blister pack.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to CO Melder 220-240V / 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.