Vehicle lift

Injuries Machinery Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Vehicle lift
Alert NumberA12/0428/16
BrandUnknown
CategoryMachinery
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryDenmark
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberQJY-B4000
Published15 April 2016

Risk Description

null The automatic mechanical locking system for the carrying arms has elongated holes and there is consequently a risk that it can disengage. The locking of the system is dependent on a thorough adjustment and tightening which will foreseeably not be done during normal use. If the carrying arms move from the supporting position during use the vehicle can fall and crush the user.One fatal accident reported.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 1493.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 29/03/2016

Product Description

Vehicle lift, intended for the wheel-free lifting of vehicles up to 4000 kg.

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