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Extension cord “1 pièce transparent 3M/5M prise UE câble d'extension d'alimentation” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. INFO/00088/24
Summary
The extension lead cable may break during use. The user could come into contact with live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 50075.
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Product
Extension cord
- Name / model
- 1 pièce transparent 3M/5M prise UE câble d'extension d'alimentation
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Extension cord with 2 pins, not earthed. Voltage: 250 V AC; current: 2.5 A. The sheathing and plug are made of transparent plastic. Product sold online, in particular via Wish (unique identifier: 6176949c3a693e2c11850aa0).
What is the risk?
- The extension lead cable may break during use. The user could come into contact with live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 50075.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 02/04/2024
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risks
- Date of entry into force: 02/04/2024
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