Trimmer head for brush cutters
| Alert Number | A12/02806/23 |
| Brand | PRO TECHNIK |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Model Number | GZK7 |
| Published | 24 November 2023 |
Risk Description
The rivets attaching the cutting knives to the blade can break. The knives might consequently detach during use and cause injury. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the Commission Decision 2012/32/EU prohibiting the placing on the market of flail-type cutting attachments for portable hand-held brush cutters.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 06/09/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 06/09/2023
Product Description
Flail-type cutting attachment consisting of 6 metal knives. Product sold online.