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Joke chewing gum "Shock Chewing Gum"

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Joke chewing gum "Shock Chewing Gum" was recalled on 18 November 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1294/11. Electric shock risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of electric shock when a person touches live parts of the product during normal use (measured peak levels of voltage and current: 939V and 6.

Photo of recalled product: Joke chewing gum "Shock Chewing Gum"
Alert Number1294/11
CategoryGadgets
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberEAN 801248125827
Published18 November 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock when a person touches live parts of the product during normal use (measured peak levels of voltage and current: 939V and 6.16 mAh). The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Product Description

Product resembling a packet of chewing gum which emits an electric shock.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Joke chewing gum "Shock Chewing Gum".

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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