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was recalled on 31 March 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0193/06. Electric shock risk reported by Romania. The product does not meet the safety requirements and presents risk of electric shock because: the earth terminal is missing, the part of the resistance that is going to be connected to the terminals is not covered with a nonconducting material in order to prevent the passage or leakage of electricity and there is the possibility to come into contact the electric resistance and the metal enclosure of the product.

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Alert Number0193/06
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryRomania
Country of OriginUnknown
Published31 March 2006

Risk Description

The product does not meet the safety requirements and presents risk of electric shock because: the earth terminal is missing, the part of the resistance that is going to be connected to the terminals is not covered with a nonconducting material in order to prevent the passage or leakage of electricity and there is the possibility to come into contact the electric resistance and the metal enclosure of the product. There is not a sign indicating the Class II of protection.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sale of the product has been banned and withdrawal from the market has been ordered by authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Electric radiator "STC / EMEKSAN" Type/model: Unknown.

⚡ 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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