TV Antenna
TV Antenna was recalled on 13 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0645/06. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Czechia. This product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the mains transformer does not meet the requirements on double or reinforced insulation;- the printed board does not meet the requirements on double or reinforced insulation;- the connections of the mains supply wires and wires of the primary winding of the transformer are not fixed in any way;- the supply cord has insufficient cross-section area of conductors; - the plug of the mains supply cord does not meet the requirements on dimensions;- the equipment is not provided with Czech instructions for use.
| Alert Number | 0645/06 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | SL-878 (only on the packing) |
| Published | 13 October 2006 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the mains transformer does not meet the requirements on double or reinforced insulation;- the printed board does not meet the requirements on double or reinforced insulation;- the connections of the mains supply wires and wires of the primary winding of the transformer are not fixed in any way;- the supply cord has insufficient cross-section area of conductors; - the plug of the mains supply cord does not meet the requirements on dimensions;- the equipment is not provided with Czech instructions for use.- The test carried out with the test finger proved the possibility of contact with the live parts of the plug.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the LVD Standard.
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 by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The active electronic antenna (Class of protection II). The main part is made of plastic with a circular closed dipole and folded dipole (telescopic antennas). The product is equipped with a watch (supplied by a battery 1,5V). Parameters: 220V 60Hz 3,5W, possibility to be supplied by 12V. Packaging: Carton box of dimensions: 13cmx23cmx26cm.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to TV Antenna.
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.