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Mains extension lead “4 lyukú európai szabvány dugó” — risk: burns, electric shock, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00627/20
Summary
The dimensions of the mains’ wires are too small and the cables could overheat during use leading to a fire and to burns to the user. The electrical insulation of the flexible extension cord of the mains extension lead is insufficient. The user could consequently touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European…
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Product
Mains extension lead
- Name / model
- 4 lyukú európai szabvány dugó · ITEM N°: Te18-478-5
- Barcode
- 9 999990 009975
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- White extension lead with four socket outlets and a switch.
What is the risk?
- The dimensions of the mains’ wires are too small and the cables could overheat during use leading to a fire and to burns to the user. The electrical insulation of the flexible extension cord of the mains extension lead is insufficient. The user could consequently touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60884.
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: 25/09/2019
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