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Proteus Switchgear 100 Amp Double Pole Isolator — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockDec 10, 2021
Photo from the official notice: Proteus Switchgear 100 Amp Double Pole Isolator — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Proteus Switchgear 100 Amp Double Pole Isolator — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The fault was identified during routine installation process which includes a test. It was found that the switch did not isolate the circuit. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. Withdrawal from sale and recall of affected batches by the manufacturer. Recall of the product by the end user, E.ON. All customers in possession of the affected product have already been contacted by E-On and all affected products inspected. All corrective measures have taken place and no further action is required.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users

Product description

Single phase isolation switch rated at 100 Amps intended for isolation between the electricity meter of a dwelling and the main consumer unit or fuse box within that dwelling. Specifically used in the metering industry and installed by trained engineers

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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