Professional Power Tool Solutions
Professional Power Tool Solutions was recalled on 24 February 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0191/17. Cuts risk reported by France. The protective guard does not fully cover the blades on the side of the planer or the unused part of the cutting head.
| Alert Number | A12/0191/17 |
| Brand | Metabo |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Ho 0882 |
| Published | 24 February 2017 |
Risk Description
The protective guard does not fully cover the blades on the side of the planer or the unused part of the cutting head.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60745.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 23/01/2017Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 23/01/2017
Product Description
Power tool (planer).
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts hazard related to Professional Power Tool Solutions.
About this risk
This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.