Cordless pruning shears set

Electric shock, Injuries Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Cordless pruning shears set
Alert NumberSR/01991/25
BrandKaltmann
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Injuries
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberK-NTK36V
Published30 May 2025

Risk Description

The charger housing can deform and leave access to live parts. The user may receive an electric shock. Moreover, the electronic switch is inadequate because of application of a transistor as a semiconductor element, which does not provide sufficient mechanical opening for the power supply circuit. In case of a short circuit, the shears can start suddenly and unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60335-1 and EN 50636-2-94.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 16/04/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 16/04/2025

Product Description

Set of 2 in 1 grass/shrub shears with a battery and a charger. Battery amperage: 1.3Ah, voltage: 3.6V.

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