[Recalled] Remote-controlled light dimmer, remote-controlled socket

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: This product poses a risk of electric shock because:- all four remote-controlled dimmers measured had, as supplied, an excessively wide gap between the earth contacts (between 29.4 mm and 30.7 mm). If this gap is too wide, a safe contact between connected appliances and the protective conductor is not ensured;- there is no indication of rated current. This product poses a risk of fire because when a test current of 20 amperes was connected to a product for the load test, there was an increase in temperature of more then 56°K. A short-circuit occurred on the printed-circuit board. This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the R&TTE Directive.

This recall concerns Electrical appliances and equipment products distributed in Germany and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (RAPEX). Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).

Read the full official notice →

Related recalls from Kangtai

• Remote-controlled socket (set consisting of remote-controlled socket and remote-control device) — Serious risk
• Remote-controlled socket (wireless switch unit) — Serious risk

This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.