Voltage tester set "6pcs Tester Pen"
20th August 2011
Item Description:
Type/number of model: SE197 (on the packaging)
Description: The package includes 6 voltage testers (4 longer and 2 shorter). The testers have plastic covers and these covers constitute integral parts with metal fingertips. The inscription on the longer voltage testers reads: "BLACK BULL". The inscription on the shorter voltage testers reads: "Made in China 100-500V AC". Technical specification: 100-500V
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Electric shock
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:
- the metal tips of all voltage testers are much longer then required,
- the height of the protection rims is less than required.
Due to the above dimensions, live parts of the metal tips may be touched by the user during use.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61243.
Action Taken:
Withdrawal and recall from consumers ordered by the authority.
Notifying Country:
Hungary
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
20th August 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
