FOLDABLE HAIR DRYER
| Alert Number | A12/00515/21 |
| Brand | Gemei |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 8 000012 012307 |
| Model Number | GM-1756 |
| Published | 16 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The hairdryer does not have a thermal cut-out device and the plastic material of the casing is combustible. It can overheat and catch fire during use, causing burns to the user. Furthermore, the distance between the heater and the safety grill is less than required. The user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 18/01/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 18/01/2021
Product Description
White and blue foldable hair dryer.