Fast log splitter
| Alert Number | A11/00144/22 |
| Brand | Timco |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 7 T, 51 cm |
| Published | 23 December 2022 |
Risk Description
The area where log splitting takes place is not protected adequately. A user may introduce his hand or a finger in the area and have it cut by the blades, or have his palm crushed by the machinery. Furthermore, the product is not correctly insulated against ingress of water; hence, the product may short-circuit and the user may receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 609-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 28/11/2022
Product Description
Electric wedge log splitter. The product is manufactured in 2021, has a voltage of 230 V, 1.5 kW power, a rated current of 16 A and a frequency of 50 Hz, and weights 86 kg. Product sold online.