Mobile phone charger
Mobile phone charger was recalled on 7 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0289/08. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of electric shock due to :- lack of double insulation.
| Alert Number | 0289/08 |
| Brand | FS Accessories |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Various travel chargers marked with GX30, or MYC-2, or NOK, or CST13, as if compatible with various mobile phones |
| Published | 7 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock due to :- lack of double insulation. - live and neutral parts are only 0.9 mm apart (standard requires min 2 mm).- insufficient wiring and non-secured soldering likely to cause a short circuit. - inadequate construction. One catastrophic failure reported.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950.
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
Mobile phone battery chargers (various) in individual cardboard boxes. All marked ‘FS Accessories High Quality Travel Charger’.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Mobile phone charger.
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.