Washing machine
Washing machine was recalled on 24 August 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0882/07. Fire risk reported by Greece. This product poses a risk of fire because:- due to the electrical contacts of the timer, when the washing machine is in the spin-drying cycle, the timers may overheat, and subsequently cause fire.
| Alert Number | 0882/07 |
| Brand | ASPES (Spain) OCEAN (Martinique, New Caledonia; Egypt) BRANDT (Greece) CRYSTAL (Israel) |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | ASPES LA143CS-EG/G BRANDT WTC0413G-XD/DBRANDT WTC0413G-XE/E OCEAN CA423N-XE/E CRYSTAL TL5044-J/01, TL-5022-J/01,BM5002-JD/D TL5011-J/01, TL5033-J/01, AM5050-JE/E BM4001-JE/E, BM4002-JE/E |
| Published | 24 August 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of fire because:- due to the electrical contacts of the timer, when the washing machine is in the spin-drying cycle, the timers may overheat, and subsequently cause fire
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and from consumers ordered by the importer. Press releaseDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
top washing machines manufactured between July 2005 and August 2006
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Washing machine.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.