HITMAN 185mm Electric Circular Saw electric saw — burns & fire risk
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Hazard
After reaching a power of 2000 W, the motor of the product emits flames and glowing particles, which could cause burns to the user or lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841.
Measures taken
- Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures — Distributor (25/02/2026)
- Withdrawal of the product from the market — Distributor (25/02/2026)
Product description
Electric circular saw, equipped with a laser sight and a blade with a diameter of 185 mm and powered by mains voltage, made with a plastic casing. The product is sold with 1 additional stop, 1 Allen key, 1 saw blade, 2 carbon brushes and a user manual in English.
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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