Water Heater
Injuries Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0537/09 |
| Brand | Aquahot |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | Saudi Arabia |
| Model Number | Model: AQH EWH H80, 1200W electric water heater horizontal type |
| Published | 24 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because in some units the bolts may come out of the brackets which secure the heater to the wall, causing the heater to fall. Two incidents reported. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Horizontal, electric storage water heater with a capacity of 80 litres. Measurements: approximately 795 mm long and 445 mm diameter.