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i-Tec charger for batteries - super quick charger — burns & fire risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskBurnsFireInjuriesSep 11, 2009

Hazard

The product poses a risk of burns, fire and injuries because:- its construction does not comply with the safety requirements for electronic circuits and it can overheat and explode during charging,- the cover close to the plug is not sufficiently heat resistant.One incident of the product exploding has been reported.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Automatic pulse quick charger of batteries with LCD display for monitoring the charging and status of batteries. Packaging comprises also a set for connection in car, a set for connection of USB, 4 pieces of batteries AA 2500mAh. Packed in a blister with marking - One Hour Charging Time, Super Quick Charger, Longer usage life, BATA 099, i-tec, user instructions in four languages.

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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