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Coffee-maker – "Kaffeeautomat mit 2 porzellan-tassen"

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Coffee-maker – "Kaffeeautomat mit 2 porzellan-tassen" was recalled on 19 September 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1036/08. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The products pose a risk of electric shock because the plastic pipes leading the water in and out of the coffee-maker may be damaged, as the heat resistance of the plastic material is not appropriate.

Photo of recalled product: Coffee-maker – "Kaffeeautomat mit 2 porzellan-tassen"
Alert Number1036/08
BrandTOP DESIGN
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberCM-401
Published19 September 2008

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of electric shock because the plastic pipes leading the water in and out of the coffee-maker may be damaged, as the heat resistance of the plastic material is not appropriate. Therefore, there is a possibility that the water in the water tank could come into contact with live parts. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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 housing of the coffee-maker is made of black plastic. The water tank can be found under the upper part, which opens. There is a metal insert and a transparent water level indicator on the outer cover of the upper part. The coffee tank can be removed; it has two openings, a handle and a removable plastic filter. The mains switch is on the side of the apparatus. Hot water can also be added through a separate pipe. Two porcelain cups are supplied with the coffee-maker. Main components of the product: mains plug: "Yu xin YX-201 16/250V~" + symbols of test houses, mains cable: "H03VV-F 3G0.75mm2 BAOHING LTSA-3 N14585 227 IEC 52 2002010105010385" + symbols of test houses, heating element: "230V 400W DX", mains switch: "CJ CJ-108 10A 250V~ T85/55 TÜV PRODUCT SERVICE", thermostat: "KSD301 250V 10A 110°C" felirattal + VDE, thermal fuse. Technical specification: 230V~, 50Hz, 400W; Class I.; IPX0. The product is provided free of charge at product shows.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Coffee-maker – "Kaffeeautomat mit 2 porzellan-tassen".

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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