Electric shock, Injuries

Sander

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
PSS Series
Brand: 

A breakage in the ventilation wheel could lead to small parts being ejected in the direction of the user leading to puncture wounds and further injuries. Moreover, live parts may become accessible, which could cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.

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Stand fan

Year: 
2016
Week: 
22
Product: 
16 Inch Stand Fan
Brand: 

The electrical insulation is not adequate and accessible parts could become live. In addition, the blades are not adequately protected by the grille. Fingers can be caught between the grille guard and the rotating blade, causing cuts or fractures. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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Electric fan

Year: 
2016
Week: 
14
Product: 
16" Stand Fan
Brand: 

The electrical insulation is not adequate and the user could receive an electric shock. The fan is unstable and could tip over during use and hit a person. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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