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Lighters — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockJun 9, 2006

Hazard

The products incorporate an electric circuit powered by a battery, which generates a series of pulses with a maximum peak voltage of 1. 496.5 volts; 2. 265.6 volts; 3. 472.7 volts; 4. 582.2 volts; and 5. 307.4 volts respectively. The electric discharge may be harmful to particularly susceptible persons or those wearing pacemakers. The products do not contain user warnings.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban and confiscation ordered by the authority — Other

Product description

Shock lighters of various shapes, causing electric discharge when the button on the top is pressed.Shapes:1. Lighter with relief figures;2. Refreshment’s can;3. Lighter with double cylindrical body;4. Cell phone Nokia 3310;5. Oval lighter with a picture of an eagle.

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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