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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

was recalled on 24 February 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0090/06. Electric shock risk reported by Slovakia. This product is dangerous because: - protective clamp is not indicated by means of a prescribed label, - does not meet the requirement of dielectric strength test under voltage applied, - non-compliant values of clearance between the "live" conductor screw and the metal strip of the ground conductor (required distance: min 3 mm, measured distance: max.

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Alert Number0090/06
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginUnknown
Published24 February 2006

Risk Description

This product is dangerous because: - protective clamp is not indicated by means of a prescribed label, - does not meet the requirement of dielectric strength test under voltage applied, - non-compliant values of clearance between the "live" conductor screw and the metal strip of the ground conductor (required distance: min 3 mm, measured distance: max. 0.5 mm).

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary actions taken by retailer: placing on the market stopped, recall.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Four socket electric outlet "Ben electronic" Type/model: P 04C 16A/250V.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to .

About this risk

This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.

Recommended action

Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.

Who is at risk?

Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.

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