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Mains adaptor Venom “Power Pack Home and Car Charger” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1713/12
Summary
The product poses a risk of electric shock because the 3-pin adaptor could potentially break when being removed from the mains socket, leaving live mains terminals exposed. This could present a risk of electric shock.
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Product
Mains adaptor — Venom
- Brand
- Venom
- Name / model
- Power Pack Home and Car Charger · VS7109
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Plug-in mains adaptor (white) for Apple iPhone/iPod (NOT ORIGINAL PRODUCT). 2 clip-on plug options provided (adaptor plates), UK 3-pin and non-UK 2-pin. USB output to device. Packaged in a cardboard box with a clear plastic window.
What is the risk?
- The product poses a risk of electric shock because the 3-pin adaptor could potentially break when being removed from the mains socket, leaving live mains terminals exposed. This could present a risk of electric shock.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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