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Unknown was recalled on 12 June 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0723/15. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Denmark. Owing to the inadequate performance of the non-manually-activated chain brake, the user might get in contact with the moving chain, suffering serious injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/0723/15 |
| Brand | Garden |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Denmark |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 77726 (YD-RU01-45A) |
| Published | 12 June 2015 |
Risk Description
Owing to the inadequate performance of the non-manually-activated chain brake, the user might get in contact with the moving chain, suffering serious injuries. In addition, if force is exerted on the front hand guard, its inadequate mechanical strength may result in it breaking off.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 11681-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 30/04/2015
Product Description
Portable chainsaw
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to Unknown.
About this risk
This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.