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OECDReference EN/AU/PS1128442

Single channel remote control for window blinds

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Identification

Product identification

Product
Single channel remote control for window blinds
Category
Electronics and technology, Button batteries

Official information

Risk and measures

Risk or hazard
The remote control doesn’t comply with the mandatory standards for products containing button/coin batteries . The battery isn’t secured, and children could access the button/coin battery. The product is missing warning information about the dangers of button/coin batteries to children what to do when a person suspects someone has swallowed or placed a button/coin battery inside any part of their body. Children are at risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death if they swallow or place button/coin batteries inside their bodies. Serious injury can occur in as little as 2 hours and the results can be fatal. In Australia, children have suffered serious injuries or died from swallowing button/coin batteries. If you suspect a child has swallowed or inserted a button or coin battery: Call Triple Zero (000) if your child is bleeding or having any difficulty breathing. Call the Poisons Information Centre immediately on 13 11 26, available 24 hours a day. They can direct you to an appropriate medical facility. Early action can save lives. Do not wait for symptoms to develop.
Recommendations
Stop using the remote immediately and keep out of reach of children. Contact ABC Blinds and Awnings to arrange a free replacement. Contact ABC Blinds and Awnings Call  08 9309 7753 Email ohs@abcblinds.com.au Visit https://www.abcblinds.com.au/

Official information

Economic operators

Manufacturer
ABC Blinds and Awnings

Territory

Geography

Origin
China (People's Republic of)
Distribution
Retirada en Australia
Country of recall
Australia

Provenance and context

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