Table heater – Garden Grill Gas heater
Table heater – Garden Grill Gas heater was recalled on 19 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1468/08. Burns, Health risk / other risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a risk of burns because: - there is no operating pressure on the appliance, - the type of regulator to be used, indicating in particular reduced pressure; information concerning the minimum distance between the appliance and the gas cylinder is missing in the installation and user instructions, - the burner is not accessible so it is not possible to light the burner safely.
| Alert Number | 1468/08 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Gas appliances and components |
| Risk Type | Burns, Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Table heater, serial number 5001030 |
| Published | 19 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns because: - there is no operating pressure on the appliance, - the type of regulator to be used, indicating in particular reduced pressure; information concerning the minimum distance between the appliance and the gas cylinder is missing in the installation and user instructions, - the burner is not accessible so it is not possible to light the burner safely. Several unsuccessful attempts can lead to an accumulation of unburned gas and subsequent successful ignition can cause a burst of flame; and a risk of CO poisoning because- there is no marking on the appliance about the pressure, which can cause deficient combustion leading to a build-up of CO, - CO concentration of the neutral combustion gases is 0.2189%, which exceeds the requirement of 0.2%.The product does not comply with the Gas Appliances Directive and the relevant European standard EN 14543.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Unknown
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, health risk / other hazard related to Table heater – Garden Grill Gas heater.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.