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Prise adaptateur universel

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Prise adaptateur universel was recalled on 23 October 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01398/20. Electric shock risk reported by France. The design of the product exposes live parts when any of the plugs is inserted.

Photo of recalled product: Prise adaptateur universel
Alert NumberA12/01398/20
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginUnknown
Published23 October 2020

Risk Description

The design of the product exposes live parts when any of the plugs is inserted. A person could touch the live part of the adaptor and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

White electrical travel adaptor. The product was also sold online.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Prise adaptateur universel.

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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