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Extension cord GAO “10M-es FÖLDELT LENGŐ HOSSZABBÍTÓ” — risk: burns, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00090/20
Summary
The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin. They could overheat during normal use, which could cause burns to the user or even lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
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Product
Extension cord — GAO
- Brand
- GAO
- Name / model
- 10M-es FÖLDELT LENGŐ HOSSZABBÍTÓ · Code: 6739H, GA01/012S
- Barcode
- 4 004282 467397
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Orange, single-socket mains extension lead with 10 m cable.
What is the risk?
- The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin. They could overheat during normal use, which could cause burns to the user or even lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 14/04/2020
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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