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Hörselskydd med radio/aux

Damage to hearing Protective equipment Other risk levels

Hörselskydd med radio/aux was recalled on 22 November 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/0081/13. Damage to hearing risk reported by Sweden. Adequate instructions for use are not provided with regard to the radio and the electrical audio input.

Photo of recalled product: Hörselskydd med radio/aux
Alert NumberA11/0081/13
BrandBiltema
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginHong Kong
Model Number23-320
Published22 November 2013

Risk Description

Adequate instructions for use are not provided with regard to the radio and the electrical audio input. There is consequently a risk of hearing damage by use of the built-in radio and by use of an electrical audio input signal that is too large.The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and the relevant European standard EN 352.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Ear muffs with radio or audio input packed in a cardboard box.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Hörselskydd med radio/aux.

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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