Mobile phone charger
Mobile phone charger was recalled on 1 September 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0930/08. Electric shock risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of electric shock because :- construction of converter does not comply with the requirements on distance between primary and secondary windings for reinforced insulation,- the product failed to pass the voltage test between output connector and mains plugs for double insulation.
| Alert Number | 0930/08 |
| Brand | MOBILNET |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 1 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because :- construction of converter does not comply with the requirements on distance between primary and secondary windings for reinforced insulation,- the product failed to pass the voltage test between output connector and mains plugs for double insulation. Therefore, interference may occur among clearances, creepage distances and insulation resulting in appearance of line voltage on the output connector, which might lead to an electric shock in case of incidental contact.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): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
. Black mobile phone mains charger for SE K750, sold separately, packed in a cardboard box marked: ´mobilnet , mobile phone accessories, Sietova nabijacka na mobilny telefon, CE, K 750, www.mobilnet.sk, Made in China´, EAN code, user's instructions in various languages. Marking on the product : Mobilnet, siet(ová nabíjac(ka, vstup: AC 230 V, 50 Hz, výstup DC 5V- 12V, symbol triedy II, CE, Made in China, ERI K750, K750i, W850, W800, K800i, W950i
⚡ 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.