Lawn trimmer
| Alert Number | SR/03461/25 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 12620 (Charger) |
| Published | 10 October 2025 |
Risk Description
The safety guard does not provide adequate protection. If the user loses control of the machine, they may receive cuts or other injuries from the blade. Additionally, the product is not marked with sufficient warnings and some of the required documentation/markings are missing. Moreover, the charger supplied has insufficient creepage and clearance distances and is insufficiently isolated. Furthermore, the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements. This can lead to the user receiving an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 13/08/2025
Product Description
A small red and black handheld lawn mower with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Product supplied with gloves and safety glasses.