Sun catcher - Yin Yang/Type4

Important safety notice for sun catchers in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety (GPSR)

This is a targeted safety notice for the correct and safe use of sun catchers. These are acrylic hanging decorations on a cord intended for indoor and outdoor use. To reduce the risk of injury, property damage, or fire, follow the instructions below. This notice is issued based on the requirements of the European Parliament and Council Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety.

Basic safety and handling principles

• Keep out of reach of children: There is a risk of strangulation by the cord, choking on small parts, and injury from broken acrylic. The product is not a toy.
• Safe hanging: Hang only on a secure holder or hook with adequate load capacity. Regularly check suction cups. Do not place at head height in passageways.
• Weather resistance: When used outdoors, protect from strong wind and storms. Remove the product during extreme weather.
• Distance from heat and fire: Do not place near open flames, hot surfaces, or heat sources.

Proper and safe use

• Use as intended: Decorative hanging element for light dispersion and refraction in windows or protected indoor and outdoor locations.
• Improper use: Do not swing, pull, or use as a pull cord or bell. Do not place so that concentrated sunlight falls on flammable materials.
• Safe surroundings: Keep out of reach of pets and small children. Prevent collisions with doors and windows when opening.

Cleaning, maintenance, and storage

• Cleaning: Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Do not use abrasive agents, alcohol, acetone, or aggressive cleaners that may scratch or dull the acrylic.
• Maintenance: Regularly check the cord, rings, and attachments. Do not use if damaged or cracked.
• Storage: Store in a dry place, separate from sharp objects to avoid surface scratches.

Specific warnings

• Reflections and glare: Reflections may distract drivers or neighbors. Position so as not to dazzle people nearby.
• Breakage: Sharp edges may form if dropped or impacted. Carefully remove and dispose of fragments.

Disposal

• Safe disposal: Wrap damaged parts and dispose of according to local waste sorting rules. Classify acrylic as plastic, metal rings as metal.

Incidents and contact

• In case of an incident or damage, stop using the product. Keep the product and proof of purchase for complaint handling.