was recalled on 25 November 2005 under EU Safety Gate alert 0594/05. Electric shock risk reported by Bulgaria. When the power is on the conductors’ and the supply cable’ isolation soften inadmissibly, which leads to a risk of short circuit and occurrence of risk of electric current damage and thermal risks.
| Alert Number | 0594/05 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 25 November 2005 |
Risk Description
When the power is on the conductors’ and the supply cable’ isolation soften inadmissibly, which leads to a risk of short circuit and occurrence of risk of electric current damage and thermal risks. It is possible to set a plug with nominal electric current 16A into the movable contact of the prolonging flex with nominal electric current 10A; the protective terminals do not comply with the requirements for thread terminals; the terminal junctions of the movable contact are filled by welding; there is no switch labelling.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and product destruction.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Connection-block UYE with four sockets. Type/number of model: YX-016.Description: Prolonging flex with flexible cable 1.7m 3x0.75mm2, movable multiply dismountable bipolar contact with four sockets with a defensive mechanism 10A 250V and undismountable bipolar plug with defensive mechanism 10/16A 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.