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Vacuum cleaner - DC05 Motorhead vacuum cleaner

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Vacuum cleaner - DC05 Motorhead vacuum cleaner was recalled on 2 April 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0602/10. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of electric shock because the hose can become detached from the handle, exposing three electrical contacts.

Photo of recalled product: Vacuum cleaner - DC05 Motorhead vacuum cleaner
Alert Number0602/10
BrandDyson
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginMalaysia
Model Number079. Product sold between 2000 and 2005.
Published2 April 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the hose can become detached from the handle, exposing three electrical contacts. If the user touches these contacts while the machine is plugged in they could receive an electric shock.Ten incidents reported.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Domestic vacuum cleaner. Grey and purple in colour and supplied in Dyson branded packaging with required safety warnings and operating instructions.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Vacuum cleaner - DC05 Motorhead vacuum cleaner.

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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