Saw chain
Saw chain was recalled on 7 April 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00674/23. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Slovenia. The chainsaw has no kickback protection, no chain brake, no bar chain guard, and lacks safety warnings.
| Alert Number | A12/00674/23 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Slovenia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 23SI00603640042561 |
| Published | 7 April 2023 |
Risk Description
The chainsaw has no kickback protection, no chain brake, no bar chain guard, and lacks safety warnings. A user may suffer cuts and injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery directive 2006/42/EC, nor with the European standards EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-4-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 28/02/2023
Product Description
Battery powered mini chainsaw
🩸 ⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to Saw chain.
About this risk
Cuts: This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Cuts: 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. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.