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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

AC adaptor was recalled on 27 May 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0479/11. Electric shock risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the product does not pass the electric strength test between the primary parts (plug part) and the secondary parts (USB connector),- clearance/creepage distances on the printed circuit board are much less than required.

Photo of recalled product: AC adaptor
Alert Number0479/11
BrandFLEX easy
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginTaiwan
Model NumberType (of the charger): HCR-EUR-D05-001 Bar Code (of the whole product incl. charger): 7 330638 046051
Published27 May 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the product does not pass the electric strength test between the primary parts (plug part) and the secondary parts (USB connector),- clearance/creepage distances on the printed circuit board are much less than required. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60950.

Product Description

AC adaptor for wireless handset of mobile telephone

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to AC adaptor.

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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