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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1817/13 |
| Brand | Michelin |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | AC-002MT |
| Published | 13 December 2013 |
Risk Description
null The interlock mechanism of the adaptor can be defeated enabling two sets of pins to be simultaneously deployed and electrically connected. If the adaptor is plugged in to an electric socket the other set of pins would be live and readily accessible.The product does not comply with the relevant standard IEC 60884.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 01/10/2013
Product Description
Blue universal travel plug adaptor with "Michelin" marking on side, for use in the UK, Europe, USA and Australia. Size 6 x 4.5 x 5.5 (cms), weight 85g. Product supplied in plain white box.