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Electrical Cables Pitacs Time “Pitacs Time 2 Core Electrical Cables” — risk: fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00069/21
Summary
Due to incorrect amp labelling, excess current is drawn through the cable. This can lead to ignition, which may spread to surrounding combustible materials leading to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
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Product
Electrical Cables — Pitacs Time
- Brand
- Pitacs Time
- Name / model
- Pitacs Time 2 Core Electrical Cables · 2192Y, 3182Y
- Barcode
- 5055268786796, 5018486437840, 5055268787038, 5055268787007,
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Electrical Cable
What is the risk?
- Due to incorrect amp labelling, excess current is drawn through the cable. This can lead to ignition, which may spread to surrounding combustible materials leading to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): .
- Date of entry into force: 06/05/2021
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risks
- Date of entry into force: 06/05/2021
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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