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FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockJan 27, 2023
Photo from the official notice: FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: FORMIZON waterproof outdoor socket — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The earthing contact pins may deform during use, leading to an insufficient contact with the earthed conductor. Furthermore, the insulation between the primary and secondary circuits of the USB power supply is insufficient. A user may touch accessible live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.

Measures taken

  • Recall of the product from end users — Manufacturer (20/01/2023)
  • Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures — Manufacturer (20/01/2023)
  • Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace — Other (03/08/2022)

Product description

Waterproof in-wall USB socket with 2 USB ports. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, with ASIN B08P71HHQW.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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