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Remote controlled jeep Eleica (the charger), Nonesuch Flame ( the remote controlled jeep), “Unknown” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1417/13
Summary
null The battery charger supplied with the remote controlled jeep poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation is insufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient. A user can touch the live parts accessible due the defect in the product, the person receives an electric shock and may be electrocuted.The product does not comply with Low Voltage…
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Product
Remote controlled jeep — Eleica (the charger), Nonesuch Flame ( the remote controlled jeep),
- Brand
- Eleica (the charger), Nonesuch Flame ( the remote controlled jeep),
- Name / model
- Unknown · 1:18 R/C Racing car series, Battery charger: Eleica TP-814
- Batch number(s)
- 6438022300190
- Category
- Toys
- Remote controlled jeep supplied with a battery charger. The product is sold in transparent cardboard package.Technical specifications:220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Class II / 4,8Vdc 250mA.
What is the risk?
- null The battery charger supplied with the remote controlled jeep poses a risk of electric shock because the insulation is insufficient and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are not sufficient. A user can touch the live parts accessible due the defect in the product, the person receives an electric shock and may be electrocuted.The product does not comply with Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 22/07/2013
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 22/07/2013
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