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Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone

Asphyxiation Construction products Serious risk

Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone was recalled on 19 May 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0635/17. Asphyxiation risk reported by France. The detector is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide.

Photo of recalled product: Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone
Alert NumberA12/0635/17
BrandDIXNEUF
CategoryConstruction products
Risk TypeAsphyxiation
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published19 May 2017

Risk Description

The detector is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 24/04/2017Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 24/04/2017Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Battery-operated carbon monoxide detector.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone.

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.

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