Fire extinguisher
Fire extinguisher was recalled on 28 July 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00088/23. Injuries risk reported by France. The product is not adequately designed to be safe for use during the recommended service life of 20 years in all situation of maintenance.
| Alert Number | A11/00088/23 |
| Brand | VULCAIN, SICLI, INTEGRAL, MATINCENDIE, GLORIA, INDIUM, MAT TOP |
| Category | Pressure equipment/vessels |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | SK6P, P9M, P9P, SK6E, P6P, SK6S, SFB6S, SKP6S, SKH6S, W6S, SK6M, P6M, SF6M, P9S, P9SBC, SK9P, SK9E, SK9S, SF9S, SKH9S, W9S, SK9M, SF9M, P6S, SF6S, SKP6 star, SF9 star |
| Published | 28 July 2023 |
Risk Description
The product is not adequately designed to be safe for use during the recommended service life of 20 years in all situation of maintenance. If the closing mechanism has not been properly locked with the body during the maintenance, when the fire extinguisher is activated, its head may become separated from the body and projected into the air, causing injuries to a user and/or bystanders. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Technical measuresDate of entry into force: 21/06/2023Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 21/06/2023Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Conformity / Maintenance defects will be resolved by retrofitDate of entry into force: 21/06/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Laboratory test (independent investigation)Date of entry into force: 21/06/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Prohibition of placing on French market : products before June 1, 2022 not brought into conformityDate of entry into force: 21/06/2023
Product Description
Portable powder or water/foam fire extinguisher. Capacity 6 kg to 9 kg or 6 litre to 9 litres. Maximum working pressure according Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) approval: 23 bar. Minimum and maximum allowed temperatures: -30°C to +60°C.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Fire extinguisher.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.