bdnc extension cable — electric shock & fire risk (0725/09)

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because: - neither the plug or the socket block comply with requirements, - the side contacts of the sockets may be deformed by insertion of a plug with a force of 150 N for 1 minute,- the average resistance between the earth connection and the accessible metal parts is 0.08Ω, whereas that specified by the standard is ≤0.05Ω,- portable sockets that can be dismantled must have threaded connectors, whereas in this case the connections are welded, - construction of plugs and socket-outlets is non-compliant, - the minimum section for the power cable conductors of devices with current up to 16 Amperes and 250 Volts is 1 mm², whereas the conductors on this sample have a section of 0.75 mm²,- the section of the conductors is not compliant with the standard, - the resistance of insulating material to abnormal heat, fire and tracking is insufficient. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Measures taken

• Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Grey-coloured extension cable with a 1.8 m power cable, 5 “Schuko” sockets, a switch and the following dimensions: 29 x 5.5 x 4 cm. The product is packed in a transparent plastic bag sealed with a blue cardboard strip. The dimensions of the packaging are as follows: 41 x 15 x 6 cm.