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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Hair dryer was recalled on 25 April 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0473/08. Electric shock risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of electric shock because the supply cord has a cross-sectional area of 0.

Photo of recalled product: Hair dryer
Alert Number0473/08
BrandSAPIR
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberSP 1100 BK
Published25 April 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the supply cord has a cross-sectional area of 0.75mm² (seen from the marked data on its cover layer - H 03 VVH2-F, 2 x 0.75 mm2), whereas the minimum cross-section area should not be less than 1 mm² for the current value.The product does 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 and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Hairdryer with a switch in position 0 - off-position - two levels of air temperature, and a switch for cool air flow. The hairdryer carries a symbol prohibiting use near water. Hairdryer composed of: main body, supplied with two attachments; plug with technical data: 250V~, 16A; cable H 03 VVH2-F, 2x0.75mm2. Technical data of the hairdryer: 220V-240V, 50Hz, 1600W, class II.

⚡ 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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