An official ACCC notice concerns Renolit EP 2 (2.5kg). If wrong substance is used on rolling mechanical components, this could result in mechanical failure or overheating of machinery, potentially increasing the risk of an accident or injury. Published 2019-07-09.
What to do now
Consumers should: 1. NOT use the product. 2. Contact your supplier of Fuchs Lubricants (Australasia) Pty Ltd to receive a replacement product or full refund and to arrange collection of the product. 3. If product has been applied to a machine, clean machine and apply correct lubricant before use. For more information, please contact either your nearest distributor of Fuchs Lubricants (Australasia) Pty Ltd or Fuchs Customer Service (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEST) on 1800 1800 13 (Australia), 0800 382 476 (New Zealand) or via email at orders@fuchs.com.au
Recall number
9072cbf6-5279-4bc0-b5ab-3e4b0e88c7e0
Official notice
2019-07-09
The hazard
The hazard
If wrong substance is used on rolling mechanical components, this could result in mechanical failure or overheating of machinery, potentially increasing the risk of an accident or injury.
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