Höfftech Cordless angle grinder — injuries risk
Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights
Hazard
The product is missing restart protection. If the power switch is locked, the angle grinder starts up immediately after the battery is installed. This creates a risk that the machine could start up unintentionally, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 62841.
Measures taken
- Withdrawal of the product from the market — Retailer (01/06/2026)
Product description
Rechargeable cordless angle grinder. Machine size: 300x60x60 mm.
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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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