Optical Smoke Alarm
Optical Smoke Alarm was recalled on 30 November 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1790/12. Asphyxiation risk reported by France. The product does not detect smoke with sufficient sensitivity.
| Alert Number | A12/1790/12 |
| Brand | Houseguard |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Asphyxiation |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | HS-102 Ref. 601080-80 (with classic 9V battery) Ref. 601085-80 and Ref. 601085 (with Lithium 9V battery) |
| Published | 30 November 2012 |
Risk Description
The product does not detect smoke with sufficient sensitivity. In case of fire, it does not allow the user or those in the vicinity to take the measures necessary to escape.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14604.
Product Description
Self-contained, white, automatic smoke detector, (diameter: 100 mm, height: 35 mm). Rigid, transparent packaging.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to Optical Smoke Alarm.
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.