Electrical adaptor

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Electrical adaptor
Alert Number1388/08
BrandLEIVA
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberRef. 13201
Published5 December 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - it is possible to insert one pin of the plug into the socket-outlet of the adaptor while the other pin is freely accessible, - the dimensions of the base of the adaptor are different from those given in the standard for a 10A 250V two-pin device with earth contact, - it is possible to insert a rigid steel wire of 1 mm diameter into the compartments at the base via the seals when no plug is inserted. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected by the customs authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A three-way electrical adaptor. Packed in a blister pack.

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