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FYEL. multi-socket extension cord — fire risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskFireAug 17, 2007

Hazard

The product poses a risk of overheating and fire because:- the sockets exert insufficient pressure, which prevents the plug pins remaining in place,- it is impossible to insert the pins into some sockets,- the section of the cable is less than required in the standard.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 20315.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority — Other

Product description

Extension cord with 3, 4 or 5 sockets and a switch. It is packed in a transparent plastic bag with a label carrying the importer's details.

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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