TASAPAINOSKOOTTERI ('Self balancing scooter')

Electric shock, Fire Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: TASAPAINOSKOOTTERI ('Self balancing scooter')
Alert NumberA12/1434/16
BrandFlo-Board, Street Cruiser
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberScooter T-A03. Battery charger XVE-4200150.
Published4 November 2016

Risk Description

null The creepage distances and insulation clearances between the primary and secondary circuits of the charger are too small. This can lead to the user receiving an electric shock from accessible parts. Moreover, the battery connector inside the scooter can overheat, causing a fire.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 19/09/2016Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Self-balancing, two-wheel scooter ("hoverboard") supplied with power supply unit in a cardboard box.

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