Log splitter
Injuries Machinery Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0865/19 |
| Brand | Mag Pro Power Tools / FLS-001 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1600 W, 7T |
| Published | 14 June 2019 |
Risk Description
The two-handed safety switch does not function correctly and the pressure plate moves very quickly. The user could consequently trigger the splitter with only one hand while having the second hand /arm in the trajectory of the pressure plate or close to the wedge, increasing the risk of injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 609-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 17/05/2019
Product Description
Kinetic wedge splitter with a force of 7 tons. The product was sold online.