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JEM Light CR lighter — burns & injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskBurnsInjuriesMay 1, 2009

Hazard

The product poses a risk of: - burns because the maximum level of fuel is exceeded (89.4% whereas according to the standard there should be no more then 85%), and because there is no child resistant device. The lighter can be ignited with an average force of 38.4N, whereas according to the standard it should be at least 50N; - injuries because it may explode if operated for long periods in direct sunlight or at a temperature of 50°C. The product does not comply with the requirements of the relevant standard ISO 9994.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer — Other

Product description

submitted on 3 January 2008.The lighter is made of plastic, coloured red, green, yellow or dark blue. It is a refillable, electric, adjustable lighter. The affected lot of the product was sold in 800.000 pieces.

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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