Product Safety Report: Angle Grinder Chainsaw Discs (2102-0139)
Product safety report for angle grinder chainsaw discs presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: Angle Grinder Chainsaw Discs.
Hazard: Product presents a risk of injuries due to the kickback the disc attachments create.
Corrective action: Listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Chain Saw Discs |
|---|---|
| eBay item number | 313390611801 |
| Product item number | 61638 |
| Product description | 4 inch angle grinder disc with 22 tooth chain saw blade, for wood carving and cutting. 5/8” 16mm. |
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Hazard
The product is marketed for use on an angle grinder, which converts the product into a hand-held circular saw. The relevant standard requires that instruction manuals for angle grinders specify that the product should not be used with a chain or toothed saw blade, as this can cause a kickback or loss of control over the power tool. If a chain saw blade is used with a hand-held angle grinder, this can result in serious injuries.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
We recommend users stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2102-0139
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards