was recalled on 29 September 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0605/06. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Greece. The product was examined according to the requirements of the Low voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and has been found in non-compliance with the requirements of the applicable standards because:a) The rise of temperature at inner wiring was 129 K, with upper limit 50 K (risk of fire)b) During the test the resistant melted and touched the plastic base of the appliance (risk of fire)c) The earth cable conduit is shorter than the current ones (risk of electric shock).
| Alert Number | 0605/06 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | GTM-116 |
| Published | 29 September 2006 |
Risk Description
The product was examined according to the requirements of the Low voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and has been found in non-compliance with the requirements of the applicable standards because:a) The rise of temperature at inner wiring was 129 K, with upper limit 50 K (risk of fire)b) During the test the resistant melted and touched the plastic base of the appliance (risk of fire)c) The earth cable conduit is shorter than the current ones (risk of electric shock)
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary actions taken by the importer: withdrawal from the market, recall from consumers and information to consumers.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Coffee maker "PERLA"
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire 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.