3 in 1 Charger

Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product:  3 in 1 Charger
Alert NumberA12/0718/13
BrandUnknown
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberUnknown
Published21 June 2013

Risk Description

null The adapter poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the adaptor does not have adequate insulation between the input and output circuits; - the internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position; a loose wire could reduce creepage distances and clearances;- it has inadequately sized pins which could cause damage to the socket and adaptor that could result in live parts being exposed.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61558 and the relevant national standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 12/03/2013

Product Description

Charger for mobile phone. Consists of a car charger, a travel charger, a USB charger and data cable. It is sealed on a black card background package.

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