LCD Carbon-Monoxide Detector
LCD Carbon-Monoxide Detector was recalled on 27 May 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0650/16. Asphyxiation risk reported by Hungary. The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to detection of carbon monoxide.
| Alert Number | A12/0650/16 |
| Brand | SOMOGYI ELEKTRONIC / Home by Somogyi |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Asphyxiation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | CO 07 LCD |
| Published | 27 May 2016 |
Risk Description
The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to detection of carbon monoxide. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 19/11/2015
Product Description
Battery-operated carbon monoxide detector. Packaging: cardboard box.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to LCD Carbon-Monoxide Detector.
About this risk
This product can block the airways or restrict breathing, posing a risk of asphyxiation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the environment immediately, especially from sleeping areas. If someone is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services immediately.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk.