Smart Balance Wheel
Burns, Fire Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0287/19 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Scooter: Item No: V7Power charger: HLT-180-4202000 |
| Published | 15 February 2019 |
Risk Description
The charging circuit of the product has no cut-off switch. The battery can consequently overcharge and overheat which may lead to a fire or burns.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standards EN 62133 and EN 60335-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 24/09/2018
Product Description
2 wheel, self-balancing scooter (hoverboard), including instructions and a charger. Charger Input: 100-240VAC Output: DC 42V. Packaged in a rectangular cardboard box marked with 'Smart Balance Wheel’ and a picture of the balance scooter. The product was sold online.