Unitec. remote-controlled socket (wireless switch unit) — fire risk
Hazard
This product poses a risk of fire because:- it has an insufficient gap between the earth contacts (27.3 mm), - in the thermal test (load test) the temperature rose by up to 100 K, in comparison with the permitted 45 K.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the R&TTE Directive and the relevant standard DIN VDE 0620-1.
Measures taken
- Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authority — Other
Product description
Set consisting of three remote-controlled sockets and a remote-control device.
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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