Travel adaptor - Con-cube universal travel adapter
Travel adaptor - Con-cube universal travel adapter was recalled on 28 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1144/09. Electric shock risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- it is possible to insert one plug contact pin, while the other live pin is exposed,- the shutters can be operated by a single pin,- the contact pins of the adaptor can be touched while they are live,- the contact pins of a plug which is inserted into the travel adaptor can be touched, - the adaptor has no provision for earthing and is, therefore, unsuitable for use with appliances of Class I,- the adaptor also accepts Class 0 (zero) plugs; in this case a Class 0 appliance can be used in a place where Class 0 is not allowed, - it is possible to access live parts when the adaptor is plugged in and ready for use,- the UK and USA plugs are live when the Europe plug is used.
| Alert Number | 1144/09 |
| Brand | Brunner |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Con-Cube/Con-Cube II, Art. 7203361N, barcode 8022068027555. |
| Published | 28 August 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- it is possible to insert one plug contact pin, while the other live pin is exposed,- the shutters can be operated by a single pin,- the contact pins of the adaptor can be touched while they are live,- the contact pins of a plug which is inserted into the travel adaptor can be touched, - the adaptor has no provision for earthing and is, therefore, unsuitable for use with appliances of Class I,- the adaptor also accepts Class 0 (zero) plugs; in this case a Class 0 appliance can be used in a place where Class 0 is not allowed, - it is possible to access live parts when the adaptor is plugged in and ready for use,- the UK and USA plugs are live when the Europe plug is used.The product does not comply with the national standard NEN 1020.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product is a rectangular shape of white coloured plastic, with two green ‘slides’. Packed in a transparent plastic box.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Travel adaptor - Con-cube universal travel adapter.
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.