Extension cord "Universal extension cord"
Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0135/08 |
| Brand | ACAR |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 8 February 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of: - electric shock because it is not equipped with the earth wire and it has non-standard coupling;- fire because the cross-section of the conductors (1 mm²) is too small for the length of the cable and there is no integrated protection.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Extension cord 250 V / 16 A without earth wire; 40 m long; orange; for indoor and outdoor use.