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🧸 Product PL FR IE October 7, 2016

Macallister — MHTP 710

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Macallister — MHTP 710
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Other risk levels
Type
Burns
Category
Machinery

Hazard: During use, the engine may break down and sparks may come in contact with the user's hand causing burns to the user's skin. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.

Origin
People's Republic of China
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 3629 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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120 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 14, 2026
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What is this? This is a machine called Macallister — MHTP 710. It is made in China.

What's happening? The machine may break and throw sparks. These sparks can burn your hands while you use it.

Does this affect me? If you use this machine in Poland, France, or Ireland, you could get burned.

What should I do? Stop using the machine. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need help.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Agency-published detail

Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Burns · Category: Machinery · Hazard: During use, the engine may break down and sparks may come in contact with the user's hand causing burns to the user's skin. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
October 7, 2016
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/227761

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What is this product recall alert about?
Macallister — MHTP 710. Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Burns · Category: Machinery · Hazard: During use, the engine may break down and sparks may come in contact with the user's hand causing burns to the user's skin. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on October 7, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Poland, France, and Ireland.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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