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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Hair dryer was recalled on 8 December 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0804/06. Electric shock risk reported by Czechia. This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because during the abnormal operational test the flames were emitted from the product and the temperature rise of the floor of the test corner exceeded the required level.

Photo of recalled product: Hair dryer
Alert Number0804/06
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryCzechia
Country of OriginUnknown
Published8 December 2006

Risk Description

This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because during the abnormal operational test the flames were emitted from the product and the temperature rise of the floor of the test corner exceeded the required level. The product failed to meet the electric strength test.The product is not delivered with instructions for use in the Czech language. These products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the LVD standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorityDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Category: Electrical equipmentProduct: Hair dryerBrand: KARIO FIRSTType/number of model: 200

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Hair dryer.

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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