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MONOPATTINO scooter for children — injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesMay 9, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of injuries because:- only one, manually operated, blocking device is used to adjust the height of the handle-bars (two blocking mechanisms are required),- the wheel size measured as Ø 99 mm (minimum requirement Ø 120 mm),- the handle-bar end piece has a diameter of Ø 22 mm (minimum requirement is Ø 40 mm).The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

The scooter is foldable. The handle-bars and its foldable mechanism are fixed in place by fast-clamping screws. The handle-bars have black grips of foam material. The height of the handle-bars can be adjusted. The foot-board is covered by a grey, anti-slip surface. The rear mud-guard is flexible and serves as a brake.

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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