Professional Hair Straightener
Professional Hair Straightener was recalled on 22 October 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01437/21. Electric shock risk reported by Croatia. The electrical insulation of the product's conductors is too thin, and the product may overheat.
| Alert Number | A12/01437/21 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Croatia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | TA-2184 |
| Published | 22 October 2021 |
Risk Description
The electrical insulation of the product's conductors is too thin, and the product may overheat. Furthermore, the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. Accessible parts can become live and the user could receive an electric shock from them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European standards EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-2-23.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 04/10/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 04/10/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 04/10/2021
Product Description
White hair straightener.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Professional Hair Straightener .
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.