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DORA lighters — burns risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskBurnsSep 19, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of burns because: - the design of the product, with the fuel tank hidden under the flashlight, can lead to inappropriate use and cause burns or unintended inhalation of gas, - the instructions for adjusting the flame height are barely visible which could lead to burns, - the product lacks clear warnings and a user’s manual. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN ISO 9994.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal by the distributor — Other

Product description

The cylindrical shaped lighter is made of plastic and covered with pictures of Christmas motifs. It is a refillable, electric, adjustable lighter. One end of the product is a flashlight. On the outer side of the lighter there is a logo "DORA". No other information is provided with the product. The collective packaging is a transparent, plastic holder for 50 items.

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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