Flail-type cutting attachment for brush cutter
Flail-type cutting attachment for brush cutter was recalled on 21 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00092/22. Cuts risk reported by Sweden. The rivets attaching the cutting knives to the blade could break.
| Alert Number | A12/00092/22 |
| Category | Hand tools |
| Risk Type | Cuts |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 21 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The rivets attaching the cutting knives to the blade could break. The knives might consequently detach during use and hit the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and Commission Decision 2012/32/EU prohibiting the placing on the market of flail-type cutting attachments for portable hand-held brush cutters.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 08/12/2021
Product Description
Material: Manganese steelDiameter: 11 cmHeight: 6 cm.The product was sold online.
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts hazard related to Flail-type cutting attachment for brush cutter.
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.