Electronic lighter
Electronic lighter was recalled on 9 April 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0624/10. Burns, Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it does not have a child-resistant mechanism.
| Alert Number | 0624/10 |
| Brand | DORA |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model: 10-34 HSP, Type: 96/960, code on the head: KKK, 5-digit code on lighter base: 39018, barcode on packaging: 8 435168 196562 |
| Published | 9 April 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it does not have a child-resistant mechanism.The product does not comply with Commission Decision 2006/502/EC which requires that only lighters which are child-resistant are placed on the market.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Refillable piezo electronic lighter (approx. dimensions: 8.3x2.5x1.1cm). The lighters are blue and bear depictions of the signs of the zodiac (a different zodiac each lighter). The products are also equipped with a torch in the base, which is activated by pressing a button on the side of the lighters and produces holograms of the signs of the zodiac. The lighters are packed in a blue cardboard box (50 items), with safety instructions and warnings in 6 languages (approx. dimensions: 16.7x11.7x25cm).
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Electronic lighter.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.