Lighters
| Alert Number | 1016/08 |
| Brand | PROMISE |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | EAN 6926095582013, model BN201-F12. |
| Published | 12 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns because during tests a lack of flaring resistance was detected. Moreover, when the lighter is lit and the ignition button pressed, gas evaporates outside the lighter.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN ISO 9994.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product is a lighter made of silver-coloured metal, packed in an elegant box. It is an adjustable lighter with post-mixing burner. Marked ´PROMISE since 1997 by HONEST´ - on the packaging and inside. Information and warnings attached to the product - as a leaflet and sticker - meet the requirements set out in the standard EN ISO 9994.