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R/C Formula 1 "Formula1 R/C High Performance Rally ZHI LUN — risk: electric shock, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. 0113/11
Summary
null The product poses a risk of fire because the transformer does not have adequate overload protection. If the output circuit of the transformer short-circuits, the transformer can overheat and the enclosure can catch fire. In addition, the dimensions of the pins are incorrect which can cause electric shock.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61558.
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Product
- R/C battery operated toy car with battery operated transmitter (batteries included) and AC/DC Adaptor for recharging battery. Product packaging consists of printed cardboard with images of product and text.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of fire because the transformer does not have adequate overload protection. If the output circuit of the transformer short-circuits, the transformer can overheat and the enclosure can catch fire. In addition, the dimensions of the pins are incorrect which can cause electric shock.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61558.
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