Szén-monoxid érzékelő és riasztó készülék (Carbon-monoxide Detector and Alarm)
Szén-monoxid érzékelő és riasztó készülék (Carbon-monoxide Detector and Alarm) was recalled on 1 May 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0590/15. Asphyxiation risk reported by Hungary. The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide.
| Alert Number | A12/0590/15 |
| Brand | Mentavill |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Asphyxiation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 500002, COE-168 |
| Published | 1 May 2015 |
Risk Description
The product is not sufficiently sensitive with respect to the detection of carbon monoxide. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 50291-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType 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: 10/03/2015
Product Description
Battery operated carbon monoxide (CO) detector with electro-chemical sensor and a circular white plastic cover. Diameter: 11 cm; height: 3.8 cm. The product is supplied in a cardboard box.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to Szén-monoxid érzékelő és riasztó készülék (Carbon-monoxide Detector and Alarm).
About this risk
This product can block the airways or restrict breathing, posing a risk of asphyxiation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the environment immediately, especially from sleeping areas. If someone is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services immediately.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk.