Power strip

Burns, Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Other risk levels
Photo of recalled product: Power strip
Alert NumberA11/00125/24
BrandSmart
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeBurns, Electric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published4 October 2024

Risk Description

Due to inadequate resistance of conductors the product may overheat and cause fire or burns. Overheating may damage the insulation and leave access to live parts. The user may touch them and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60228.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 16/08/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 16/08/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 16/08/2024

Product Description

The product is an extension lead, equipped with 5 outlets with a ground pin and a two-position switch.

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