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Electric water heater RJE — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. 0962/11
Summary
null The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the plug is made of two parts which are improperly fastened and water could get inside;- the power cord consists of two wires which are under-dimensioned and improperly insulated;- it is not earthed.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
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Product
Electric water heater — RJE
- Brand
- RJE
- Name / model
- Unknown
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Electric water heater packed in a plastic bag. 220V-240V and 500W.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the plug is made of two parts which are improperly fastened and water could get inside;- the power cord consists of two wires which are under-dimensioned and improperly insulated;- it is not earthed.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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