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STIHL chainsaw — cuts risk (A12/00306/22)

EU Safety GateSerious riskCutsFeb 18, 2022
Photo from the official notice: STIHL chainsaw — cuts risk (A12/00306/22)
Photo from the official notice: STIHL chainsaw — cuts risk (A12/00306/22)

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

When installing a lever in the chainsaw, there are discrepancies that can have an influence on the triggering sensitivity of the automatic chain brake. This may lead to risk of injuries in the event of a kickback. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.

Measures taken

  • Recall of the product from end users — Manufacturer (19/01/2022)

Product description

Chainsaw MS 391. 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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