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Toy telephones - Super telephone

Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Toy telephones - Super telephone was recalled on 5 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0713/09. Damage to hearing risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the weighted emission of acoustic pressure is 119.

Photo of recalled product: Toy telephones - Super telephone
Alert Number0713/09
BrandBenign girl
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberCode No. 143-333
Published5 June 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing because the weighted emission of acoustic pressure is 119.7 dB which exceeds the maximum permitted value of 80 dB. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A toy telephone set, comprised of a pink and white flip-top mobile telephone and a pink and white cordless telephone. The toy is operated by 3 button batteries of 1.5 V. The set is packed in a blister on cardboard bearing a picture of two dolls (girls), the CE mark and warnings.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Toy telephones - Super telephone.

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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