Water heater
Water heater was recalled on 21 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1317/07. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because: - the products construction creates risk of fire as result of careless and abnormal work,- the water heater is not marked with the declared voltage or voltage range and the power supply type, the degree of protection against water penetration (IP XX), - lack of marking for minimum and maximum level of submerging of the device,- lack of caution against cord replacement in the case of damage and placing the hot device on incombustible surfaces after switching off or removal from the water in the instruction for usage.
| Alert Number | 1317/07 |
| Brand | Santov |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Model Number | Model 3 kW |
| Published | 21 December 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire and electric shock because: - the products construction creates risk of fire as result of careless and abnormal work,- the water heater is not marked with the declared voltage or voltage range and the power supply type, the degree of protection against water penetration (IP XX), - lack of marking for minimum and maximum level of submerging of the device,- lack of caution against cord replacement in the case of damage and placing the hot device on incombustible surfaces after switching off or removal from the water in the instruction for usage. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban, withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Electric portable submergible water heater with technical specifications: 220V; 50Hz; 3000W.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Water heater.
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.