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Guitar amplifier – Tiny terror

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Guitar amplifier – Tiny terror was recalled on 14 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1305/08. Electric shock risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - there is insufficient electrical insulation between the primary circuit connected to the mains and the secondary circuit which can be touched via the output terminals, - in the mains transformer the windings are positioned concentrically and installed to the edge of the coil-former, - measured creepage distances and clearances between the primary windings and the secondary winding are less than 5 mm / 4 mm (measured a minimum of 0.

Photo of recalled product: Guitar amplifier – Tiny terror
Alert Number1305/08
BrandOrange
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberTiny Terror (BS31-MAIN)
Published14 November 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - there is insufficient electrical insulation between the primary circuit connected to the mains and the secondary circuit which can be touched via the output terminals, - in the mains transformer the windings are positioned concentrically and installed to the edge of the coil-former, - measured creepage distances and clearances between the primary windings and the secondary winding are less than 5 mm / 4 mm (measured a minimum of 0.4 mm), - measured creepage distances and clearances between the outputs of the primary windings and the secondary windings are less than 5 mm / 4 mm (measured a minimum of 0.3 mm). The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60065.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Guitar amplifier in a white metal enclosure with orange and black stripes and a metal handle. "Orange" is visibly inscribed on the product.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Guitar amplifier – Tiny terror.

About this risk

This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.

Recommended action

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.

Who is at risk?

Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.

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