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3-socket power strip — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockNov 17, 2006

Hazard

This product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the housing of the appliance can be opened using ordinary tools;- the lead cross-sections are too narrow;- the cables are identified with the wrong colours;- the soldered connection is defective;- the neutral conductor contact on the coupler socket is unsatisfactory;- required markings are missing.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Standard.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

White 3-socket power strip with extension cable in transparent plastic bag with blue/yelllow cardboard label, and GS mark of the TÜV Product Service.

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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