Travel adaptor “Travel Adapter”
Travel adaptor “Travel Adapter” was recalled on 14 January 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0007/11. Electric shock risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of electric shock because the user can touch the live part of the adapter pin when the plug part of the adaptor is partly inserted into a socket outlet.
| Alert Number | 0007/11 |
| Brand | Tele Long |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Type: TR-2 Bar Code: 2 032002 156728 |
| Published | 14 January 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because the user can touch the live part of the adapter pin when the plug part of the adaptor is partly inserted into a socket outlet. In addition, it is possible to insert only one pin of a plug into the adaptor socket. In this case, the user may be electrocuted if he or she touches the other pin of the plug.The product does not comply with the relevant standard IEC 60884.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall from consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Universal travel adaptor set
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Travel adaptor “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.