Cord extension set

Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Cord extension set
Alert Number0024/10
BrandRM
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberMH-2120
Published15 January 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the earth contact is not effective, and a risk of fire because the cross-sectional area of the core is not sufficient. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standards EN 60884 and EN 9871.

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 cord extension set has a white plastic cover and is fitted with a switch and earth contacts and can be used for connecting 6 plugs. Main components: connecting plug (10-16~250A +VDE), mains supply cord (VDE H05VV-F 3G 1.0 mm2) socket outlet: (Max. 3500 W).

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