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Car cabin heater

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Car cabin heater was recalled on 22 February 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0213/08. Electric shock risk reported by Finland. There is a risk of electric shock due to the fact that there is not sufficient electrical insulation.

Photo of recalled product: Car cabin heater
Alert Number0213/08
BrandOsaset
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberType: PTC-19 (Osaset), EAN: 6 420617 646080.
Published22 February 2008

Risk Description

There is a risk of electric shock due to the fact that there is not sufficient electrical insulation. At the bending test when rotating the complete cable around a mandrel with diameter 32 mm at 35±2 °C temperature, it shows cracks both at the sheath and at the insulation such that the wires of the conductors are accessible. The cable shall withstand the bending test without showing any cracks.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60811.

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

Cabin car heater with plastic enclosure and rubber mains cord.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Car cabin heater.

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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