Rotating TV antenna with remote control
Rotating TV antenna with remote control was recalled on 6 July 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0642/07. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Hungary. This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:- the internal wiring is not fixed in front of the soldering;- the construction of the plug is non-standardized,and of fire due to the overheating of the transformer.
| Alert Number | 0642/07 |
| Brand | TRION |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | TR-6350; Bar code: 9 120020 491815 |
| Published | 6 July 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:- the internal wiring is not fixed in front of the soldering;- the construction of the plug is non-standardized,and of fire due to the overheating of the transformer.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 60065.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from the consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The control unit of the rotating antenna has grey plastic cover. The rotating unit can be connected to it with an (approximately) 10 m coaxial cable. The UHF and VHF antenna consisting of aluminium elements is fixed to the rotating part. Main parts of the device: mains plug with inscription "6A; 250V"; mains cable with inscription "RVVB PVC INSULATED ELECTRIC WIRE 300/300V"; control unit panel with inscriptions "liaoxxinhua@21cn.com DYB-1 HS-913"; mains supply transformer without inscriptions; switch with inscription "LIDA KC 9988 250V 3A AC". Technical specifications: 220-230 V~; 50 Hz; 3 W; Class II (by appearance).
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Rotating TV antenna with remote control.
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.