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Unknown was recalled on 3 October 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1546/14. Burns, Fire, Injuries risk reported by The Netherlands. The lighter is not sufficiently shock resistant and gas may leak.
| Alert Number | A12/1546/14 |
| Brand | Unilite |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model n°: U-59 63 Blue/MT Silver; Art. n°: 11330-01 |
| Published | 3 October 2014 |
Risk Description
The lighter is not sufficiently shock resistant and gas may leak. The gas leak may cause the lighters to explode. An explosion may cause injuries or generate a fire. Furthermore, the fire flame is too high and may cause burns.The products do not comply with the relevant European standard EN 9994.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 18/09/2014
Product Description
Light blue coloured lighter.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire, injuries hazard related to Unknown.
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.