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3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo TR802E recalled over a fire risk
Product Recall for 3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo presenting a high risk of fire and explosion.
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Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
22 identifiers listed for this notice.
The product is an ATEX Certified belt mounted air purifying device that can be used in certain potentially explosive atmospheres. When combined with an approved head top or facepiece, it forms a power assisted system for respiratory protection against particles, nuisance odours, gases and vapours. The product is designed for industrial/occupational use.
- Serial numberOn the rating label or a sticker on the product.
- TR802E048162-TR802E048182
- TR802E048184-TR802E048195
- TR802E048199-TR802E048204
- TR802E048207-TR802E048253
- TR802E048255-TR802E048449
- TR802E048457
- TR802E048459
- TR802E048468
- TR802E048470
- TR802E048481
- TR802E048487
- TR802E048492
- TR802E048505
- TR802E048509-TR802E048526
- TR802E048528-TR802E048548
- TR802E048550-TR802E048551
3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo TR802E (2)
- Item or listing code
- 7100169180
- 7100169179
- 7100233732
- 7100233763
- 7100233766
- 7100317689
What to do now
The risk with 3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo TR802E is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite.
- Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it.
- Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from 3M.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- make sure you have working smoke alarms
Get help urgently
- if it starts to smoke, smell of burning or catch fire, get everyone out and call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2602-0262). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for 3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo presenting a high risk of fire and explosion.
The risk
The product presents a risk of fire and explosion because it may contain battery contact pin assemblies that differ from the design validated during the Intrinsic Safety (IS) certification process. This means the product may not perform to its certified level of ignition protection in explosive atmospheres.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018 and The Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016 (ATEX).
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users by 3M.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users by 3M.
Users are advised to stop using the product immediately and check the label on the bottom of the product housing for the serial number. If it is in the affected range, visit https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/worker-health-safety-uk/news-events/versaflotr800-replace/ to arrange a replacement.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2602-0262
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
Product description
The product is an ATEX Certified belt mounted air purifying device that can be used in certain potentially explosive atmospheres. When combined with an approved head top or facepiece, it forms a power assisted system for respiratory protection against particles, nuisance odours, gases and vapours. The product is designed for industrial/occupational use.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has 3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo TR802E been recalled?
The risk with 3M Versaflo Intrinsically Safe Powered Air Turbo TR802E is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the serial number and item or listing code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it. Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
