Travel charger - Charger for mobile phone
Travel charger - Charger for mobile phone was recalled on 15 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0879/08. Electric shock risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of electric shock because :- construction of converter does not comply with the requirements for distance between primary and secondary windings for reinforced insulation,- clearances and creepage distances do not comply with requirements even for a basic insulation,- length of conductors enables bypassing of double insulation in case of connector release and a possibility of presence of mains voltage on exit connector,- no compliance with the requirement on reinforced insulation between output connector and mains plugs, - power supply name-plate does not contain data about mark of class II, frequency, input power and its output parameters.
| Alert Number | 0879/08 |
| Brand | GT GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | GTIC85545 (on product), NOK. 6610 (on packaging) |
| Published | 15 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because :- construction of converter does not comply with the requirements for distance between primary and secondary windings for reinforced insulation,- clearances and creepage distances do not comply with requirements even for a basic insulation,- length of conductors enables bypassing of double insulation in case of connector release and a possibility of presence of mains voltage on exit connector,- no compliance with the requirement on reinforced insulation between output connector and mains plugs, - power supply name-plate does not contain data about mark of class II, frequency, input power and its output parameters.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
.The product is black, sold separately, packed in a cardboard with marking Global Technology, charger for mobile phone, NOK 6610 and user’s manual on the back. Marking on the product - Global technology, Professional IC inside, model: GTIC85545, input: 220V/240V, output: 6V, 600 mAh, Made in P.R.C, CE.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Travel charger - Charger for mobile phone.
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.