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Detecteur Avertisseur Autonome de Fumée

Asphyxiation Construction products Serious risk

Detecteur Avertisseur Autonome de Fumée was recalled on 23 August 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1104/13. Asphyxiation risk reported by France. The smoke detector is not sufficiently sensitive.

Photo of recalled product: Detecteur Avertisseur Autonome de Fumée
Alert NumberA12/1104/13
BrandSIGNALYS
CategoryConstruction products
Risk TypeAsphyxiation
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberHS-104 – ref.: 403710
Published23 August 2013

Risk Description

The smoke detector is not sufficiently sensitive. The failure to detect commonly occurring types of fire prevents users and those around them from taking the measures necessary to avoid the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 114604.

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: 02/07/2013Type 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: 02/07/2013Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 02/07/2013

Product Description

Smoke detector sold in a blister pack.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to Detecteur Avertisseur Autonome de Fumée.

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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