Digital multimeter - Digital clamp meter
Digital multimeter - Digital clamp meter was recalled on 12 November 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1671/10. Electric shock risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of electric shock:- as a result of discharge owing to defective insulation of casing, - due to a short circuit owing to exposed conductive parts, - due to insufficient tensile strength of cable fastening.
| Alert Number | 1671/10 |
| Brand | DeBestDeals GmbH |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Type: 266; Serial No: 1004095519 |
| Published | 12 November 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock:- as a result of discharge owing to defective insulation of casing, - due to a short circuit owing to exposed conductive parts, - due to insufficient tensile strength of cable fastening.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61010.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and destruction of the products ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Digital multimeter.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Digital multimeter - Digital clamp meter.
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.