Professional Electric Hair Clipper
Professional Electric Hair Clipper was recalled on 4 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01708/20. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The product is advertised with a substandard adaptor for permanent use with inadequate insulation.
| Alert Number | A12/01708/20 |
| Brand | Kemei |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 4 December 2020 |
Risk Description
The product is advertised with a substandard adaptor for permanent use with inadequate insulation. As a result, a person could touch the live part of the adaptor and receive an electric shock. The product lacks a fuse and has poor contact. Therefore it may overheat and cause a fire. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Beige hair clippers sold online, in particular via Amazon.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Professional Electric Hair Clipper.
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.