Extension cord
Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01059/24 |
| Brand | Electraline |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 3 May 2024 |
Risk Description
The cross section of the wires being too low and the length of the extension cord, when power load is high, the product overheats. This causes the insulation protection to melt, leaving live parts accessible. The user could touch the live parts and receive an electric shock The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Extension cord - single cord, carrot coloured conductor, plug and socket with cover