3M Extension lead

Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: 3M Extension lead
Alert NumberA12/1687/14
BrandAxe
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberAXE XC-313
Published24 October 2014

Risk Description

null The extension lead socket has no shutters and allows direct access to live parts. The supply cord is not adequately secured and has no earth connection. The neutral conductor within the plug is not properly secured to the pin terminal which can cause overheating.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard BS1363.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 16/09/2014

Product Description

3 way, 3 metre universal extension lead. Socket: AXE XC-313, plug: NTA 229. Switched, non-fused, re-wireable 10-16 A. Packaged in clear plastic labelled www.xiu-cai.com. No batch code or serial number.

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