Handheld smart phone for explosive atmospheres

Burns Explosive atmospheres equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Handheld smart phone for explosive atmospheres
Alert NumberA12/00168/22
BrandShenzhen Swell Technology Company Limited
CategoryExplosive atmospheres equipment
Risk TypeBurns
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberV700, V710, V720, V810
Published28 January 2022

Risk Description

There are thermal ignition risks due to poor power limitation and design, which could lead to high temperatures on individual components. Excessive power and capacity could constitute potential sources of ignition due to possible sparking. This could lead to significant harm to persons or property. Directive 2014/34/EU on equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres Article 13(1)(b) is not complied with. No conformity assessment procedure within the meaning of the Directive has been carried out. There has been no type examination, and there is no quality assurance system to be tested by a notified body.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Mobile device for use in explosive atmospheres (ATEX device category 2). The product is also sold online.

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