Electric chainsaw
Electric chainsaw was recalled on 21 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00014/22. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Poland. The front handle is placed above the motor body and attached directly to the side of the body above the guide axis.
| Alert Number | A11/00014/22 |
| Brand | NAC |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | EAN 5902067855911 |
| Model Number | CE18-N-H |
| Published | 21 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The front handle is placed above the motor body and attached directly to the side of the body above the guide axis. This solution causes the lack of the required clearance between the handle and the side of the motor body and makes it impossible to hold the saw securely when it is controlled during horizontal cutting. The user may suffer cuts or injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 60745-2-13.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 29/11/2021
Product Description
Electric chainsaw.
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to Electric chainsaw.
About this risk
This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.