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Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Unknown was recalled on 31 January 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0139/14. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The pins on the charger are over-sized.

Photo of recalled product: Unknown
Alert NumberA12/0139/14
BrandMr Gadget's Solutions
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberUnknown
Published31 January 2014

Risk Description

The pins on the charger are over-sized. Force is required to insert the charger into and remove from a socket. This could cause mechanical damage to the socket and charger that could result in live parts being exposed with the risk of electric shock.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950 and the relevant national standard.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 07/01/2014

Product Description

Mobile phone charger with USB slot. Product comes individually packed in a plain white box with no markings. The base plate of the plug carries the wording Mr Gadget's.

⚡ 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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