Burns, Electric shock, Fire

Hairdryer – Silence N 1000

Inter Natianol
Hairdryer – Silence N 1000Hairdryer – Silence N 1000
Case number
1276/08
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Type / Model
Rcy-2000.
Audience
Consumer
Notifying country
🇭🇺 Hungary
Country of origin
Unknown
Published
2008-10-31

⚠️ Risk

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the cross-section area of the cord is too small (0.3 mm²), - the dimensions of the plug are non-compliant, live parts are accessible during abnormal use; and a risk of fire and burns because the product caught fire in the test for abnormal use. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

The hairdryer is made of plastic, with a power switch on the grip. There is no built-in thermal switch or any heat protection. Main parts of the appliance: plug "CE"; mains cable: "RVV 300/300V 2x0.3mm² GB5023.3-97"; built-in switch "JINXING CQC JX95-01 3A250V". Technical specifications: 220 V, 50 Hz, 450-1000 W, Class II. The product was supplied at product shows as a gift.