AC battery charger - Radio-controlled toy car with remote control and AC battery charger
AC battery charger - Radio-controlled toy car with remote control and AC battery charger was recalled on 19 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1067/07. Burns, Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the plug of the battery charger is non-standardized, therefore the live pins are accessible when connecting to the power supply, - the age symbol (8 years), certain safety instructions of the battery charger and warnings are missing; and a risk of burns because the cover of the battery charger significantly overheats during abnormal use.
| Alert Number | 1067/07 |
| Brand | MING HONG |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | MH-787-039 (type version: MH-787-038) |
| Published | 19 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the plug of the battery charger is non-standardized, therefore the live pins are accessible when connecting to the power supply, - the age symbol (8 years), certain safety instructions of the battery charger and warnings are missing; and a risk of burns because the cover of the battery charger significantly overheats during abnormal use.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The package of the product contains a toy car (scale: 1:10, number plate: MH-787-039 or MH-787-038) operated by batteries with a frequency of 27 MHz, a battery charger FENGHUI ELECTRONIC (Model No FH-2210572U AC 220V 50 Hz; DC 9,6V; 250 mA Class II), a remote control "RADIO CONTROL SUPER POWERED 27 MHz", 1 battery-AA 700mAh 9,6V Ni-Cd, and a dry battery of 9V 6LR61. L: 45 cm X W:20 cm X H:12 cm. Indication on the packaging: “PACEMAKER”.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, electric shock hazard related to AC battery charger - Radio-controlled toy car with remote control and AC battery charger.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.