Product Safety Report: Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v (2205-0120)

Product Safety Report for Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v presenting a serious risk as it has the potential to act as a ignition source in a flammable atmosphere, which could lead to fire and explosion.

Summary

Product: Power Star Electrical BTF Series ATEX Rated Explosion Proof Portable Ventilation Extractor Axial Fan 220-240v

Hazard: The product presents 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.

Corrective action: The products have been withdrawn from the market.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 information

Type Explosive atmospheres equipment - fan
Model EL10033459
Country of Origin China
Product description Electrically powered fan intended for use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres, such as spray booths and industrial environments.
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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.

Corrective action

The products have been withdrawn from the market.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.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2205-0120

Notified by: Health and Safety Executive

Published 17 May 2022