Electrical hand warmer
Electrical hand warmer was recalled on 15 December 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0830/06. Electric shock risk reported by Lithuania. The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the unsafe cable can be touched; - the registered voltage is higher than allowed; - the temperature of the surface of the soft liner is higher than allowed; - incomplete marking of elastic parts; - not all the required information is provided.
| Alert Number | 0830/06 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 15 December 2006 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the unsafe cable can be touched; - the registered voltage is higher than allowed; - the temperature of the surface of the soft liner is higher than allowed; - incomplete marking of elastic parts; - not all the required information is provided.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorityDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Category: Electrical appliancesProduct: Electrical hand warmerBrand: UnknownType/number of model: TYD 001A, bar code 2000007300989
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Electrical hand warmer.
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.