Wall socket
Product details
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
|---|---|
| Risk type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Country of origin | People's Republic of China |
| Reported by | Romania |
| Published | 31 January 2023 |
The hazard
The contact terminals can oxidize over time creating an imperfect contact and increase the resistance in the circuit. This will result in a heat release or the creation of an electric arc, both of which can cause fire, and users may receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60884-1.
Product description
Ceramic socket: Maximum current 16A, Rated voltage 250 V, Degree of protection IP20.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer
- Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 27/12/2022
What should you do?
Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.
Official notice ↗ · Source: Safety Gate (European Commission)
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