Hand blender
Hand blender was recalled on 19 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1056/07. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of electric shock because a faulty internal component, under certain conditions, will allow the bottom housing to become detached, allowing the user to be exposed to live parts.
| Alert Number | 1056/07 |
| Brand | Wahl (part of the ‘James Martin Collection’) |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model No ZX411(-1). Batch codes affected 03.07 & 14.07. |
| Published | 19 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because a faulty internal component, under certain conditions, will allow the bottom housing to become detached, allowing the user to be exposed to live parts. This constitutes an electrical shock hazard. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the producerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Electrical hand held blender for mixing liquids or making purées – ‘silver finish’.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Hand blender.
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.