EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Electrical appliances and equipment
Extension lead “Câble d'alimentation d'extension étanche” — risk: electric shock, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01136/24
Summary
The mechanical strength of the pins and cable is insufficient. The cable could overheat, start a fire and users could 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 lead
- Name / model
- Câble d'alimentation d'extension étanche
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Black extension lead with two pins, not earthed. Voltage 250 V AC. Product sold online, in particular via Wish.
What is the risk?
- The mechanical strength of the pins and cable is insufficient. The cable could overheat, start a fire and users could 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): Warning consumers of the risks
- Date of entry into force: 24/01/2024
- 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: 17/01/2024
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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