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HERCULES electric shaver - power supply unit to electric shaver. — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockJul 18, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- a flashover between the primary and secondary circuits of the shaver's power supply unit occurs at 2300V (should withstand 3000V),- the insulation between the primary and secondary circuits does not meet the SELV requirements, live parts can be touched.In addition, the operating instructions provided are incomprehensible.- the power supply unit's plug is not suitable for the earthing contact system used in Germany (and other countries using the same earthing contact system). The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer — Other

Product description

Black and grey electric shaver with power supply unit.

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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