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Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
6 identifiers listed for this notice.
Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener (2)
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 70087369
- 70086157
- 70091359
- 70085549
- 70085631
- 70088724
What to do now
The risk with Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener is physical injury.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from Sempell.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
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 (2509-0175). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener presenting a serious risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of injury as the product specifications require that zinc-plating is used on the fasteners. Testing confirmed that cadmium-plating had been used during the manufacturing process. There is a risk that the incorrect plating on the fasteners can cause the bolt to fracture at temperatures exceeding 232°C which could result in process leakage, serious injury or property damage.
The Fasteners do not comply with the Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the applicable standards, EN 10204-3.1 and EN 10204-3.2
Action taken
The product has been recalled by Sempell GmbH, who have contacted affected customers directly with a Safety Notice.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled by Sempell GmbH, who have contacted affected customers directly with a Safety Notice.
Annex A
Description
Product Family
Product Category
Serial No.
VA500.01.250.25.G.S
VA500
Globe Valve
70088930
VA500.13.250.25.G.S#41.0
VA500
Product description
Plated fasteners for pressure valves and assemblies.
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Questions
Why has Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener been recalled?
The risk with Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener is physical injury. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode 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?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
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.
