Tools & DIYdamage to sight, injuries

Cordless grease gun (Makita)

Repeated bending of the hose nozzle to inject grease into tight spaces can cause a hole to appear near the tip of the hose. Grease can squirt out through this hole at high pressure leading to a risk of injuries and…

Read the official notice → Cordless grease gun
Date
2025-05-16
Country
Austria
Brand
Makita
Product
Cordless grease gun
Classification
damage to sight, injuries
Category
Tools & DIY
Source
EU Safety Gate

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