Mains adaptor used in Philips DVD Player/Recorder/VCR combi/hts and DVD/Photo Frame
Mains adaptor used in Philips DVD Player/Recorder/VCR combi/hts and DVD/Photo Frame was recalled on 3 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0427/09. Electric shock risk reported by Ireland. The products pose a risk of electric shock because the upper plug housing may give way exposing the live parts.
| Alert Number | 0427/09 |
| Brand | Philips and DVE |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1. Portable DVD: Product brand -PHILIPS. The by-pack adaptor can be either one of the following two trademarks: “DVE” as trademark, model# DSA-9W-09 FUK 090100 or “PHILIPS” as trademark, model# AY4132/05. Only date codes within the following range are being recalled from market: Date code from AA07 to BB08. Where AA is from 31 to 53 both inclusive (e.g. 3107, 3207…5307). Where BB is from 01 to 43 both inclusive (e.g. 0108, 0208…4308). Product model# (Philips brand) that are sold with the above adaptors: PET716/05PET716S/05DCP750/05DCP850/05DCP951/05Group. 2. Photo Frame: Product model# 7FF2FPAS/05 is sold with the above adaptor. Product brand is PHILIPS. Only the by-pack adaptor with “DVE” brand will be recalled: “DVE” as trademark, model# DSA-9W-05 FUK 050150. Only date codes of the adaptor within the following range will be recalled from market: Date code from the adaptor AA07 to BB08. Where AA is from 31 to 53 both inclusive (e.g. 3107, 3207…5307). Where BB is from 01 to 43 both inclusive (e.g. 0108, 0208…4308). Date code: Same as above. |
| Published | 3 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of electric shock because the upper plug housing may give way exposing the live parts.One incident reported. The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60950 and EN 60065.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The device to be recalled is the AC/DC adaptor that was sold with the above appliances.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Mains adaptor used in Philips DVD Player/Recorder/VCR combi/hts and DVD/Photo Frame.
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.