Automatic kettle
19th February 2011
Item Description:
Type/number of model: GB 04706.1-1998 Bar code 6949579000056
Description: The kettle is made of stainless steel, 10.5 cm diameter and height of 8.5 cm. At the bottom of the kettle there is a black plastic support for positioning. This support contains the heating elements which are separated from the plastic support by a circular metal piece. The kettle is fixed on the plastic support by a connecting nut 10mm in diameter. The power cord is inserted into the bottom of plastic support. The product is packaged in a white cardboard box.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Electric shock
The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire due to:
- incorrect wiring insulation;
- the power cable presents a zone of clearance in the plastic support which can lead to cutting / breaking and therefore causing a short-circuit;
- the small cable inside the plastic cover is not fixed firmly in place;
- the welding with the power cord has been made on a small surface.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Action Taken:
Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
ROMANIA
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:
19th February 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
