United KingdomWhat's being recalled
Product Recall for Flymo SimpliTrim lawn trimmers presenting a risk of injuries.
Type: Machinery - Lawn Powers/Rakers (Powered)
Brand: Flymo
Models: SimpliTrim 230 (9708376-01) & 230 Plus (9708377-01)
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Orange and black lawn trimmer with orange power supply cord.
How to identify it
PSD case number: 2610-0026
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of injuries because the spool cover on affected units may break and be ejected at high speed during operation. This poses a risk of physical injury to the user and bystanders.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery Regulations 2008.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by Flymo.
Owners are advised to stop using the product, ensure it is unplugged, and return it to the retailer purchased from for a refund, or contact Flymo directly to arrange for collection and refund.
For further information, please access the Flymo website at the following link: https://www.flymo.com/uk/c/support/flymo-faqs/product-recall-information
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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