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Travel plug adapter

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Travel plug adapter was recalled on 9 March 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0340/18. Electric shock risk reported by The Netherlands. One pin of a plug can be plugged into the adapter leaving the other pin of the plug accessible.

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Alert NumberA12/0340/18
BrandUnknown
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginUnknown
Model Number41-13619
Published9 March 2018

Risk Description

One pin of a plug can be plugged into the adapter leaving the other pin of the plug accessible. When the adapter is plugged into a socket, the user could touch the live pin.The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/11/2017

Product Description

Simple travel plug adapter.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Travel plug 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.

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