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Hair dryer — electric shock & fire risk (0805/06)

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFireDec 8, 2006

Hazard

This product poses a serious risk of electric shock and fire because:- the dimensions of the plug are insufficient; - the cross sectional area of the conductors are insufficient;- the cord anchorage is inadequate; - during the abnormal operational test both flames and poisonous/ignitable gas were emitted and the temperature rise of the floor of the test corner exceeded the required value. As a result the product failed to meet the electric strength test;- the product is not marked with the necessary warnings.The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban ordered by the authority — Other

Product description

Category: Electrical appliancesProduct: Hair dryerBrand: RAINBOWType/number of model: Unknown

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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