TransPocket 1500
TransPocket 1500 was recalled on 7 February 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0187/14. Electric shock risk reported by Austria. The fault which leads to transient insulation failures between the welding circuit and mains voltage can cause fatal electric shock during operation.
| Alert Number | A12/0187/14 |
| Brand | Fronius |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Model Number | 4,075,108; 4,075,108,050; 4,075,108,630;4,075,108,631; 4,075,108,638; 4,075,109; 4,075,109,630; 4,075,109,631; 5,075,110; 5,075,110,630; 5,075,110,639. |
| Published | 7 February 2014 |
Risk Description
The fault which leads to transient insulation failures between the welding circuit and mains voltage can cause fatal electric shock during operation. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60974-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 07/01/2014Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 07/01/2014
Product Description
Portable electric welding equipment with faulty component (switching power supply – transformer) used for safe separation of the mains and welding circuit.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to TransPocket 1500.
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.