Electric planer 82x2 mm
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An electric planer model MF/PL822-903 manufactured by MAN'S FRIENDS has been recalled due to multiple serious safety hazards. The product poses risks of electric shock because the insulation's electrical strength decreases after thermal testing and critical electrical safety information is missing from the instructions. The planer also presents a fire hazard, as it caught fire during thermal testing. Additionally, the device creates injury risks because it lacks protection against accidental operation—the switch can be locked in the on position—and the instructions omit essential safety guidance for general and specific safe use. The product fails to meet the Machinery Directive and the European standard EN 60745.
The device has a plastic cover with an aluminum cutting surface and is powered by a 230V 50Hz motor rated at 710W with a cutting width and depth of 82x2mm. Authorities have ordered the product withdrawn from the market and recalled from consumers, with a fine imposed. The source does not specify what actions affected consumers should take in response to this recall.
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The product poses a risk of :- electric shock since after the thermal test the electric strength of the insulation decreases, and the majority of the information related to electric safety is missing from the instructions for use;- fire because during the thermal test the planer caught fire;- injuries because the product is not protected against unintentional operating, the switch can be locked in switched-on position and the instructions for use do not include the majority of the general and several specific instructions related with the safe use. This product does not comply with the Machinery Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 60745.
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market, recall from consumers and fine ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
The product has a plastic cover and the surface contacting the material to be treated is made of aluminium. The button setting the depth of planning also serves as a grip. The appliance neither has an automatically closing protecting shield nor a lowering device. The machine can be operated by pressing a button, where it can be locked. By pressing the button again the lock is released, and the planer will switch off if the button is released. Main parts of the device: mains plug with inscription "10/16A 250V FY-007" + VDE; mains cable with inscription "H05VV-F 2X0,75mm2" + VDE ; one-circuit switch with inscription "6(4) 250V~5E4 C300307A" + TÜV. Technical specification: 230V~50Hz; 710W; 16000 r/min; width and depth of cutting: 82x2mm, Class II. Model: MF/PL822-903 Notifying country: Hungary
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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