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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Unknown was recalled on 22 November 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1591/13. Electric shock risk reported by Spain. It is possible to insert one pin of a plug in one hole of a live socket while the other pin of the plug remains accessible.

Photo of recalled product: Unknown
Alert NumberA12/1591/13
BrandHALOTEC
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberSK08207, SK08216 and SK08218.
Published22 November 2013

Risk Description

It is possible to insert one pin of a plug in one hole of a live socket while the other pin of the plug remains accessible.Live parts of the plug protected by shutters can be accessed without a pin being inserted. The product does not comply with the relevant national standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 31/10/2013

Product Description

Travel adapters. Ref. SK08216 is inside a rigid plastic holder. The other two are shrink-wrapped individually or in bulk bearing a sticker with the CE marking, reference and barcode.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Unknown.

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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