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Electrical soldering iron - Soldador

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Electrical soldering iron - Soldador was recalled on 6 August 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1148/10. Electric shock risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- there is no sufficient protection against accidental contact with the basic insulation and with the metal parts, - it does not pass the voltage test between live parts and accessible parts,- it does not provide sufficient degree of protection against humidity,- it does not pass the voltage test between live parts and accessible parts, - there is no base incorporated or supplied, - there is no anchorage for the supply cable.

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Alert Number1148/10
BrandITC
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberModel 8308611
Published6 August 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- there is no sufficient protection against accidental contact with the basic insulation and with the metal parts, - it does not pass the voltage test between live parts and accessible parts,- it does not provide sufficient degree of protection against humidity,- it does not pass the voltage test between live parts and accessible parts, - there is no base incorporated or supplied, - there is no anchorage for the supply cable. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) or the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Electrical soldering iron in a plastic blister packs. The cardboard label in the blister pack reads: ITC®, Soldador 35w CE made in china, ref 8308611 productos de confianza (products you can trust).

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Electrical soldering iron - Soldador.

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.

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