Heat-sealing gun
Heat-sealing gun was recalled on 26 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1497/08. Electric shock risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the difference between the limits of the rated voltage range is 11.
| Alert Number | 1497/08 |
| Brand | CM |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ref.: 090101 |
| Published | 26 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the difference between the limits of the rated voltage range is 11.7% of the mean value of power measured for each voltage, which exceeds the 10% mean value laid down by the standard. Accordingly, the manufacturer must indicate the power for each of the voltages of the rated voltage range, - the gun has no instructions for use, which must include the following warning for supply cables with a Z clamp: ‘The supply cable cannot be replaced. If damaged, the appliance must not be used', - the supply cable has only basic insulation accessible and so there is insufficient protection against accidental contact with live parts, - Class II appliances and Class II parts must be built and enclosed in such a way as to ensure sufficient protection against accidental contact with the primary insulation and with metallic parts separated from the live parts only by primary insulation, - the appliance failed the electrical strength test at 3 000 V~ in relation to reinforced insulation between the live parts and the appliance’s casing, - the conductors of the supply cable should not be fixed by Sn-Pb soldering where they are subject to contact pressure, unless the fastening mechanisms are built in such a way as to ensure there is no risk of poor contact because of the cold flow of the soldering, - the markings are not long-lasting and do not remain legible. 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): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Trigger-activated glue gun. It comes in a blister pack marked: Imported by CM.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Heat-sealing 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.