Portable heating fan
Portable heating fan was recalled on 31 July 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0995/09. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of:- fire, because the temperature rise exceeds the permitted value,- electric shock, because the protecting guards deforms during the thermal test and thus live parts become accessible.
| Alert Number | 0995/09 |
| Brand | OK |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | FH06(FH-901) |
| Published | 31 July 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of:- fire, because the temperature rise exceeds the permitted value,- electric shock, because the protecting guards deforms during the thermal test and thus live parts become accessible. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product is made of white plastic. The requested mode of operation (only ventilation or lower and higher heating power) can be selected by the rotating switch. The product has a continuous temperature control. Main components: connecting plug („QIAOPU 16A250V~ D02”+ marks of approval); mains cable („H05VV-F 2X1.0mm2 QIAOPU” + VDE); double heating element without marking; mains switch („XK233-4 250VAC15A T125 CIXI YIXIONG Electromotor Factory”); motor („YJ58-16 220-240VAC 50Hz E S1”); temperature control („KST207 250V~ 10A T250 CJ TÜV” + CQC); thermal fuse („TF 121°C R3 JET” + VDE); thermal cut-out („CRU US S”). Technical specification: 230V~ 50Hz 2000W; Class II
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Portable heating fan.
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.