Sliders for doors and windows
Sliders for doors and windows was recalled on 9 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1033/10. Injuries risk reported by Spain. The products pose a risk of injuries because there is the possibility that the plastic sliders may break and, if they do, the window or door elements could potentially fall out of their frames.
| Alert Number | 1033/10 |
| Brand | Sigenia |
| Category | Other - |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Models PSK, PSK-Z and HSK (manufactured between 1994 and 1996). |
| Published | 9 July 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of injuries because there is the possibility that the plastic sliders may break and, if they do, the window or door elements could potentially fall out of their frames.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary warning to distributors and to consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Sliders for sliding doors and windows that can be opened by both sliding and tilting. The sliders concerned were installed into sliding doors and windows by numerous manufacturers, mainly up until 1998.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Sliders for doors and windows.
About this risk
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
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, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.