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Battery charger

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Battery charger was recalled on 16 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1167/07. Electric shock risk reported by Finland. The product poses a serious risk of electric shock because there is not sufficient electrical insulation between the primary circuit connected to the mains and the secondary circuit that can be touched.

Photo of recalled product: Battery charger
Alert Number1167/07
BrandCYBER NOK-3310.
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberType: BML 162 089 R1A 402 0038-UK, EAN: 6 430014 820556.
Published16 November 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock because there is not sufficient electrical insulation between the primary circuit connected to the mains and the secondary circuit that can be touched. The secondary circuit can be touched via the output cable. Clearances/creepage distances in transformer TR1 between the primary and the secondary windings are less than 4 mm / 5 mm; measured a minimum of 0.45 mm / between the output of the secondary winding and primary winding; measured a minimum of 0.2 mm.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and European standard EN 60950.

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 authority. Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Battery charger for a mobile phone, plug-in type product. Black plastic enclosure.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Battery charger .

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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