Electric kettle — electric shock & fire risk
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Hazard
The fuse within the plug does not contain any granular filler which could lead to the plug overheating, catching fire and/or exploding. Moreover, insufficient distance between the edge of the plug and the plug pins can enable access to live parts, causing an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Measures taken
- Import rejected at border — Importer (15/08/2025)
Product description
A metal kettle with black and red plastic accessories, supplied with power cord and plug attached to the base.
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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