Chainsaw
21st January 2012
Item Description:
Type/number of model: HV-0006; EAN/GTIN: 4897020478614
Description: Petrol-driven chainsaw, red housing, rated power: 5.0 kW, capacity: 55 cm³, chain pitch: 0.325", guide bar: 45.5 cm.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Injuries and Burns
Owing to the inadequate performance of the non-manually-activated chain brake, kickback may result in the user suffering serious injuries to the neck and/or upper body. In addition, if force is exerted on the rear handgrip its inadequate mechanical strength may result in it breaking off, together with the petrol tank, which may lead to burns.
The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 11681.
Action Taken:
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
Notifying Country:
Germany
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:
21st January 2012 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
