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Travel charger - TFI Mini Travel Charger Electronic

Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Travel charger - TFI Mini Travel Charger Electronic was recalled on 11 September 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1219/09. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because:- products 2 and 3 do not pass the humidity resistance, insulation strength and voltage tests,- the products do not comply with the requirements for the construction of the transformer,- lack of double and reinforced insulation.

Photo of recalled product: Travel charger - TFI Mini Travel Charger Electronic
Alert Number1219/09
BrandTF1
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number1. TF1, TC-02FR, 2. NRG-60, TC-02TF, 3. without marking
Published11 September 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because:- products 2 and 3 do not pass the humidity resistance, insulation strength and voltage tests,- the products do not comply with the requirements for the construction of the transformer,- lack of double and reinforced insulation. Creepage distances of basic, supplementary, reinforced and functional insulations did not meet the required values,- the dimensions of pins are not compatible with the dimensions of the socket-outlets,- the cover close to the plug does not comply with the requirements for heat resistance.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

on the pack, the mark is: TF1Travel charger made from black plastic material. Packed in a green cardboard box with marking TF1, Mini Travel Charger Electronic. This box may contain one of three products with different markings: 1. TF1, TC-02FR, INPUT: 100-240V – 50/60Hz, OUTPUT: DC5-10V Max 800mA, 2. NRG-60, TC-02TF, INPUT: 100-240V-50/60Hz, OUTPUT: DC 5-10V Max 600mA, 3. without marking

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Travel charger - TFI Mini Travel Charger Electronic.

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.

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