Cable reel – extension reel

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Cable reel – extension reel
Alert Number0197/08
BrandAstra
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberS5B
Published15 February 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the power contacts and the side earth contacts in the sockets are loose and not reliably secured, with the result that they may become accessible through the openings.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61242.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Black and blue plastic housing with 2 feet and handle, cable approx. 10 m long, 4 protective contact sockets, mains switch, crank for rolling up, moulded protective contact plug, sticker with inscriptions and warnings in various foreign languages, size: approximately 23 x 18 x 7 cm (H x W x D).

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