Welding filter
31st July 2010
Item Description:
Type/number of model: Level of protection: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.
Description: The product is a welding filter.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Damage to sight
The product poses a risk of damage to sight because, due to an incorrect light penetration ratio, it does not provide the appropriate protection to the user's eyes. Furthermore, the user manual lacks basic information for the safe use of the product (e.g. storage, cleaning, maintenance, disinfection, protection features and characteristics of operation, lack of warnings).
The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive or the relevant European standards EN 166 and EN 169.
Action Taken:
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
POLAND
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
31st July 2010 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
