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GULE GUN

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

GULE GUN was recalled on 6 October 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1372/17. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. Missing information in the user manual could lead to unsafe use.

Photo of recalled product: GULE GUN
Alert NumberA12/1372/17
BrandStraus Austria
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberST/HT-0082
Published6 October 2017

Risk Description

Missing information in the user manual could lead to unsafe use. 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: UnknownType 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: 09/08/2017

Product Description

Black glue gun with electric heating. Packaging: transparent plastic blister with a cardboard sheet.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to GULE GUN.

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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