Planer/thicknesser

Electric shock Machinery Other risk levels
Photo of recalled product: Planer/thicknesser
Alert NumberA11/00059/22
BrandNova
CategoryMachinery
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNOVA BY-9025A
Published15 April 2022

Risk Description

The basic insulation (not protected against dirt) is inadequate and the clearance/creepage distances between live parts (micro switch connector) and earthed metal part (frame) is not sufficient. Accessible parts can become live and a user could receive an electric shock from them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 61029-2-3.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 16/02/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 16/02/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Repairing the defectDate of entry into force: 16/02/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 16/02/2022

Product Description

Planer-thicknesser for woodwork, with a rotation of 9000 RPM/Min and 230V power. Product sold online.

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