Travel adaptors
Travel adaptors was recalled on 19 November 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1695/10. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Spain. LU-6015: The product poses a risk of fire because:- a plug with a higher rating can be inserted in the socket of the accessory; - the holes in the sockets are not sufficiently elastic to guarantee enough contact pressure with the plug pins which could be inserted:.
| Alert Number | 1695/10 |
| Brand | Lumibel |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | LU-6005, LU-6015, LU-6035 |
| Published | 19 November 2010 |
Risk Description
LU-6015: The product poses a risk of fire because:- a plug with a higher rating can be inserted in the socket of the accessory; - the holes in the sockets are not sufficiently elastic to guarantee enough contact pressure with the plug pins which could be inserted:.The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- The adaptor can be easily opened while in use, and the side earthing contacts can deform.LU-6005: The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the active parts of the base protected by shutters are accessible without a plug being inserted.LU-6035: The product poses a risk of fire because:- a plug with a higher rating can be inserted in the socket of the accessory; - the holes in the sockets are not sufficiently elastic to guarantee enough contact pressure with the plug pins which could be inserted.The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- there are no shutters; - a connection between a plug pin and a hole in a live socket can be established while the other pin is accessible; - the adaptor can easily be opened while still in use. The products do not comply with the relevant national standard UNE 20315.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected by the customs authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
LU-6015: a white English-Spanish adaptor, no packagingLU-6005: a white English-Spanish adaptor, no packagingLU-6035: white multiple adaptor, blister packaging.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Travel adaptors.
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.