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Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v — fire risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireMay 6, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v — fire risk
Photo from the official notice: Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v — fire risk
Photo from the official notice: Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v — fire risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product has not been subject to an appropriate conformity assessment procedure under the Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016, and there is therefore no evidence this product is safe for use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres. The product does not meet the administrative requirements of these regulations with respect to product markings, instructions and the Declaration of Conformity. This product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of harm as it has the potential to act as an ignition source in a flammable atmosphere, which could lead to fire and explosion.

Remedy

The products have been withdrawn from the market. We recommend customers stop using these products in environments where a flammable or explosive atmosphere could form. Customers should contact their distributor to request redress.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Warning consumers of risks
  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

Electrically powered fan intended for use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres, such as spray booths and industrial environments.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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