Extension cord
| Alert Number | 1035/09 |
| Brand | Merox |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 9004181157431 (on the pack), NF (on the product) |
| Model Number | KF-FB-02/2 (on the product), XX 10151853 (on the pack) |
| Published | 7 August 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because the anchorage of the neutral conductor and the tensile strength of the insulation are not sufficient.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60332 and EN 60811.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Table portable extension cord with 2+2 “MEROX” sockets made from white plastic material with marking KF-FB-02/2, NF, Max. 3680W 230V~. The product is packed in a transparent plastic bag with attached a cardboard label with marking in German, Czech and Slovak languages.