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Optisk Brandvarnare

Asphyxiation, Fire Construction products Serious risk

Optisk Brandvarnare was recalled on 9 August 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1014/13. Asphyxiation, Fire risk reported by Finland. The smoke alarm does not have sufficient sensitivity and can fail to generate an alarm signal.

Photo of recalled product: Optisk Brandvarnare
Alert NumberA12/1014/13
BrandTechsafe
CategoryConstruction products
Risk TypeAsphyxiation, Fire
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberGS 505
Published9 August 2013

Risk Description

The smoke alarm does not have sufficient sensitivity and can fail to generate an alarm signal. This would prevent users and those around them from taking the measures necessary to avoid the fire risk.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14604.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/02/2013Type 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: 22/02/2013

Product Description

Smoke detector

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a asphyxiation, fire hazard related to Optisk Brandvarnare.

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.

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