Electric heater - Wall electric direct heater convector
Electric heater - Wall electric direct heater convector was recalled on 15 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0872/08. Fire risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of fire because :- the protection device (heater cut-out) is not connected to the phase connector,- the construction of the product does not enable safe wall-mounting,- the user’s manual and installation guide are incomplete.
| Alert Number | 0872/08 |
| Brand | PROTHERM |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Slovakia |
| Model Number | Protherm 2000, production numbers 125214- 125274 (year of production 2007) |
| Published | 15 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because :- the protection device (heater cut-out) is not connected to the phase connector,- the construction of the product does not enable safe wall-mounting,- the user’s manual and installation guide are incomplete.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the producer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Wall electric directly heater ecological convector with thermostat designed for indoor heating, white, with marking - PROTHERM, type- Protherm 2000, 230V/50 Hz, 2000 W, IP 31, CE. Packed in a cardboard box with data - PROTHERM, Konvektor, 500, 1000, 1500 or 2000W).
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Electric heater - Wall electric direct heater convector.
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.