Hallitunkki
Injuries Machinery Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1555/18 |
| Brand | Meganex Equipment |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | MEG 11 2.5 Ton |
| Published | 26 October 2018 |
Risk Description
The load marked on the product is too high. When lifting a heavy load, the jack could descend uncontrollably and at speed, trapping and injuring the user underneath. The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and the requirements of the relevant European standard EN 1494.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 28/09/2018
Product Description
Red hydraulic trolley jack with a capacity of 2.5 tons, sold in a cardboard box