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Shenzhen Swell Technology Company Limited handheld smart phone for explosive atmospheres — burns risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskBurnsJan 28, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Shenzhen Swell Technology Company Limited handheld smart phone for explosive atmospheres — burns risk

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Hazard

There are thermal ignition risks due to poor power limitation and design, which could lead to high temperatures on individual components. Excessive power and capacity could constitute potential sources of ignition due to possible sparking. This could lead to significant harm to persons or property. Directive 2014/34/EU on equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres Article 13(1)(b) is not complied with. No conformity assessment procedure within the meaning of the Directive has been carried out. There has been no type examination, and there is no quality assurance system to be tested by a notified body.

Measures taken

  • Stop of sales — Importer
  • Recall of the product from end users — Importer

Product description

Mobile device for use in explosive atmospheres (ATEX device category 2). The product is also sold online.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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