Lighters
Lighters was recalled on 5 September 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0948/08. Burns, Fire risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of burns and fire because of a lack of child-proof, safety mechanisms on some of the lighters with novelty designs.
| Alert Number | 0948/08 |
| Brand | ATOMIC |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | - Ref. 82320 model Swing, barcode 4014663028451- Ref. 36568 model Electronic, barcode 4014663365686- Ref. 3652006 model Electronic, barcode 4014663003793- Ref.36003 model Electronic, barcode 4014663360032- Ref.36621 model Electronic, barcode 4014663366218- Ref.36141 model Electronic, barcode 4014663361411- Ref.3652107 model Electronic, barcode 4014663014850- Ref.36510 model Electronic, barcode 4014663365105- Ref.36520.08 model Electronic, barcode 4014663005384- Ref.36610 model Electronic, barcode 4014663366102- Ref.36624 model Electronic, barcode 4014663366249- Ref.3620115 model Electronic, barcode 4014663017912- Ref.36201.58 model Electronic, barcode 4014663042693- Ref.36201.50 model Electronic, barcode 4014663035077- Ref.3620134 model Electronic, Biddies, barcode 4014663026266- Ref.3620124model Electronic , Fruits, barcode 4014663020165- Ref.3620114 model Electronic, cocktail, barcode 4014663017882- Ref.36201.28 model Electronic , Golf, barcode 4014663023579- Ref.3620123 model Electronic, barcode 4014663020134- Ref.3620137 model Electronic barcode 4014663026358- Ref. 3638200 model Electronic Beauti, barcode 4014663013006- Ref. 3620131 model Reggae, barcode 4014663024491- Ref. 3620105 model Ladies, barcode 4014663013364- Ref. 3602703 model colgante forma enfermera, barcode 4014663060413- Ref. 3602705 model colgante forma cerdito, barcode 4014663060475- Ref. 3602702 model colgante forma muñeca, barcode 4014663060154 |
| Published | 5 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns and fire because of a lack of child-proof, safety mechanisms on some of the lighters with novelty designs. These irregularities could result in the lighters being used inappropriately by children, leading to a fire or burns.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
A variety of lighters, some of which are novelty lighters while others are decorated with different pictures. They are sold in a box in the style of a display case. The labels have instructions for using the products safely and correctly in accordance with EN ISO 9994.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Lighters.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.