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Cordless telephone

Fire Communication and media equipment Serious risk

Cordless telephone was recalled on 30 December 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1531/11. Fire risk reported by Germany. An internal short circuit in the battery may have the following effects: the battery swells to up to twice its thickness, overheats and reaches high temperatures which may cause fire damage.

Photo of recalled product: Cordless telephone
Alert Number1531/11
BrandGigaset
CategoryCommunication and media equipment
Risk TypeFire
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberSL910, SL910A, SL910H up to and including week 38 of 2011.
Published30 December 2011

Risk Description

An internal short circuit in the battery may have the following effects: the battery swells to up to twice its thickness, overheats and reaches high temperatures which may cause fire damage. This occurs only if the battery is inserted in the handset and connected to the power supply via the charger.

Product Description

Cordless DECT telephone for the fixed analogue network. There are variants with and without answering machines.

🔥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a fire hazard related to Cordless telephone.

About this risk

This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.

Recommended action

Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.

Who is at risk?

All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.

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