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Charger for batteries - Super Quick Charger

12th September 2009

Item Description:

Brand: i-Tec
Type/number of model: BATA 099, EAN code: 8594047312896

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.

Country of origin: Unknown

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Danger:

Burns, fire and injuries

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.

Action Taken:

Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.

Notifying Country:

Slovakia

The Next Step...

Notes & History:

12th September 2009 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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