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Universal Trimmerkopf Kette

Injuries Machinery Serious risk

Universal Trimmerkopf Kette was recalled on 5 July 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01770/24. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The bolts or rivets attaching the chains to the flail-cutter can easily break.

Photo of recalled product: Universal Trimmerkopf Kette
Alert NumberA12/01770/24
CategoryMachinery
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnknown
Model Numbersr2404184402743995, sr2405077694632636
Published5 July 2024

Risk Description

The bolts or rivets attaching the chains to the flail-cutter can easily break. The chains might consequently detach during use and hit the user causing injuries. 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): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 20/06/2024

Product Description

Attachment for hand-held brush cutters for trimming and cutting lawn edges or other vegetation. The cutting attachment comprises two opposite chains that can be used for cutting when the chain links rotate at high speed. Product sold online.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Universal Trimmerkopf Kette.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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