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MercaTools extension lead - enrollacables — electric shock & fire risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFireNov 26, 2010

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the cable is linked to the base via connections welded to other leads starting at the base, which are not fixed connections and are covered by an insulator which moves easily. Furthermore, the thickness of the cable, namely 0.95 mm², is below the required minimum of 1.50mm², thus causing a risk of overheating.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61242.

Measures taken

  • Import rejected by the customs authorities — Other

Product description

Red cable reel, cable 5 metres in length. Description of packaging: cardboard box.

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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