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Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Hair dryer was recalled on 8 December 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0805/06. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Czechia. This product poses a serious risk of electric shock and fire because:- the dimensions of the plug are insufficient; - the cross sectional area of the conductors are insufficient;- the cord anchorage is inadequate; - during the abnormal operational test both flames and poisonous/ignitable gas were emitted and the temperature rise of the floor of the test corner exceeded the required value.

Photo of recalled product: Hair dryer
Alert Number0805/06
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryCzechia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published8 December 2006

Risk Description

This product poses a serious risk of electric shock and fire because:- the dimensions of the plug are insufficient; - the cross sectional area of the conductors are insufficient;- the cord anchorage is inadequate; - during the abnormal operational test both flames and poisonous/ignitable gas were emitted and the temperature rise of the floor of the test corner exceeded the required value. As a result the product failed to meet the electric strength test;- the product is not marked with the necessary warnings.The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

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 appliancesProduct: Hair dryerBrand: RAINBOWType/number of model: Unknown

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock, fire 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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