Optimo

Entrapment, Strangulation Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Optimo
Alert NumberA12/1575/16
BrandChildwood
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeEntrapment, Strangulation
Notifying CountryLuxembourg
Country of OriginBelgium
Model NumberDoor gate Wood - PRESSURE GATE Ref. VHOO
Published2 December 2016

Risk Description

null The gaps between the bars are too large: A child may get its body through the bars and be stuck between its shoulders and its head. This could lead to respiratory difficulties or strangulation. In addition, there are gaps at the bottom of the safety gate, between the door and the frame where a child's fingers may get trapped and pinched.The product does not comply with the relevant standard EN 1930.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 12/10/2016Type 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: 12/10/2016Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Pressure-mounted safety gate with a metal frame and a wooden door which can be operated one-handed and opens in both directions. Sold in a cardboard box containing wall cups for an installation without drilling and screwing. Dimensions : 3 x 77 x 75 cm. Adjustable width from 77 to 83,5 cm. Extension

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