Outdoor heater – Tristar Patio Heater
| Alert Number | 0589/07 |
| Brand | Tristar |
| Category | Gas appliances and components |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | KA-5303 (code on packing), AB Stainless steel |
| Published | 22 June 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of burns and fire because:- the burner can not be ignited safely with a match, because the ignition opening is too remote from the pilot flame to ignite the appliance with a match;- repeated start-up problems can cause too large amounts of gas pouring out. Subsequently uncontrolled ignition can cause a burst of flame. Also is stated that ignition can take place at maximum capacity of the appliance (measured 10,7kW (Hs));- when ignition occurs with a capacity of more than 5 kW (Hs) a burst of flame can come into being or the heat development can be so high that burning of clothing and/or skin can happen.This product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive and the relevant European standard EN 14543.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
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