DMM camming device - dragon cam 6 — injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesNov 26, 2010

Hazard

The product poses a risk of injuries because it could fail below its rated strength due to a structural defect in a raw material that is uniquely used to make a single component (namely the axle boss) in the product. The component made out of this defective material can develop cracks which propagate with time.The product does not comply with thePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive.

Measures taken

Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer — Other

Product description

A spring-loaded camming device for rock climbing protection. Colour – silver/grey. Product attached to card together with instructions.

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.

Key facts

Brand	DMM
Product	Camming device - Dragon Cam 6
Model / type	Size 6. Product Code A7056A. There are 604 units in the market that could be affected, made between 28 April and 30 June 2010. The serial number is located on the back edge of one of the two centre cam lobes. <a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2010-w47/2010-w47_12-serial_numbers.pdf">See attached list of serial numbers</a>
Category	Protective equipment
Country of origin	United Kingdom
Reported by	United Kingdom
Risk level	Serious risk
Published	Nov 26, 2010
Case number	1742/10