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Wall socket with USB outlets Ener-J “Wi-Fi Twin Wall Socket with 2 USB Ports” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/0051/19
Summary
The electrical insulation and the creepage and clearance distances are insufficient. In the event of a power surge, the USB outlet could become live under high voltage, along with anything plugged into them causing an electric shock.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard.
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Product
Wall socket with USB outlets — Ener-J
- Brand
- Ener-J
- Name / model
- Wi-Fi Twin Wall Socket with 2 USB Ports · SHA-5212
- Batch number(s)
- 7103355849683
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- White double wall socket with USB outlets, packaged in a cardboard box.
What is the risk?
- The electrical insulation and the creepage and clearance distances are insufficient. In the event of a power surge, the USB outlet could become live under high voltage, along with anything plugged into them causing an electric shock.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 26/07/2019
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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