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Mobile phone charger "Home Charger"

Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Mobile phone charger "Home Charger" was recalled on 30 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0528/12. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because the internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position and a loose wire could reduce creepage distances and clearances between the input and output circuits.

Photo of recalled product: Mobile phone charger "Home Charger"
Alert Number0528/12
BrandUnknown
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberST-099A10
Published30 March 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because the internal connections rely upon solder to maintain their position and a loose wire could reduce creepage distances and clearances between the input and output circuits.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61558.

Product Description

Black AC/DC adaptor for V600/V500/V66 mobile phone (NOT ORIGINAL PRODUCT), supplied in a cardboard box.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Mobile phone charger "Home 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.

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