Intelligent Sprayer
| Alert Number | A11/0018/19 |
| Brand | Kobold |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KB-16ER-6 |
| Published | 12 April 2019 |
Risk Description
The 12 Volt output from the adapter has the standard 230 Volt IEC connection. The charging 12 Volt port is also the standard 230 Volt IEC type. A user could inadvertently plug a 230 Volt mains cable into the 12 volt charging port. This could lead to a short-circuit and overheating of the battery, causing burns, fire or electric shock.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 18/05/2018Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 10/05/2018
Product Description
Knapsack sprayer with built-in, rechargeable battery and a deposit of 16 litres. The product includes a charger with power adaptor. The product was sold online (in particular via Alibaba/Aliexpress).