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Rechargeable torch with built-in thermometer

Serious risk Electric shock

Published by Safety Gate 15 Mar 2007In the weekly report of 16 Mar 2007 (week 10, 2007)Safety Gate noticeJSON
latest report: week 43, 30 Oct 2026checked 7 min agoSource: EU Safety Gate
Product
Rechargeable torch with built-in thermometer
Brand
Unknown
Type / model
YK-218
Barcode
8857951204184
Barcodes listed
8857951204184 (official alert record)
Risk
This product poses a risk of electric shock because:- it is possible to touch live components with test probe;- there is insufficient protection against accidental contact with metallic components, which are only separated from live components by primary insulation;- the product failed the dielectric test between live components and accessible metal components;- the appliance’s outer casing does not guarantee a level of protection against moisture consistent with its classification;- the appliance does not withstand damp conditions likely to arise during normal use;- the appliance failed the dielectric strength test;- the appliance failed the voltage test on the pins;- Class II appliances containing Class III components must be constructed in such a way that the insulation between components operating at safety extra-low voltage and other live components meets the requirements for double insulation or reinforced insulation;- the plug on the appliance does not comply with standard;- soldered joints are used, with no additional securing device;- the appliance failed the ball pressure test.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335-1.
Measures
  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market
Notifying country
Spain
Country of origin
People's Republic of China
Alert type
Consumer
Photos
Photo 1 of the product in Safety Gate alert 0250/07
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Sources

  1. Safety Gate alert 0250/07
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  2. Safety Gate weekly report Report-2007-10 (XML)
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