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PISTOL LIGHTER novelty, shocking lighter — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockApr 25, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock because it has an electric circuit powered by a battery, which causes an electric shock when the trigger is pulled. The lighter is also attractive for small children, since it looks like a toy.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer — Other

Product description

Lighter in the shape of a pistol, causing electric discharge when the trigger is pulled. Approx. dimensions: 10x7.5x2.5 cm. The lighter is black, with a silver-coloured handle, trigger and cocking lever. The flame is produced by pressing the cocking lever of the pistol. The lighters are packed in a "cartoon" type box (12 items), bearing the indications: “WARNING: Emits electrical shock, may interfere with electrical device, such as pacemakers, keep out of reach of children and patient, MADE IN CHINA”. Each lighter is packed in a blister and can be sold separately.

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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