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Electronic cigarette kit "510 E Cigarette Kit and

Electric shock, Fire Other - - Serious risk

Electronic cigarette kit "510 E Cigarette Kit and was recalled on 10 February 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0211/12. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The charger supplied with the products poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:·         the insulation is not adequate;·         the enclosure is not sufficiently resilient;·         it is not designed to withstand foreseeable overloads;·         the pins are inadequately sized.

Photo of recalled product: Electronic cigarette kit "510 E Cigarette Kit and
Alert Number0211/12
BrandUnknown
CategoryOther - -
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberUnknown
Published10 February 2012

Risk Description

The charger supplied with the products poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:·         the insulation is not adequate;·         the enclosure is not sufficiently resilient;·         it is not designed to withstand foreseeable overloads;·         the pins are inadequately sized. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61558 and the relevant national standard BS 1363.

Product Description

Electronic cigarette kit. supplied with unbranded USB charger.

⚡ 🔥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Electronic cigarette kit "510 E Cigarette Kit and .

About this risk

Electric shock: This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use. Fire: This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.

Recommended action

Electric shock: 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. Fire: 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?

Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens. All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.

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