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Fan heater Guangzhoushizhryuanmeoyiyouxiangongsu “High Efficiency Fan Heater” — risk: fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. OR/00038/25
Summary
The plug is fitted to the main supply cord with an unsafe fuse. This can lead to an electric fault and to the fuse exploding, creating a risk of fire. Moreover, the mains supply cord had excessive resistance and the product is not properly anchored. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60335-2-30.
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Product
Fan heater — Guangzhoushizhryuanmeoyiyouxiangongsu
- Brand
- Guangzhoushizhryuanmeoyiyouxiangongsu
- Name / model
- High Efficiency Fan Heater
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- White fan heater with black vents. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.
What is the risk?
- The plug is fitted to the main supply cord with an unsafe fuse. This can lead to an electric fault and to the fuse exploding, creating a risk of fire. Moreover, the mains supply cord had excessive resistance and the product is not properly anchored. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60335-2-30.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 20/12/2024
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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