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[Recalled] Remote-controlled socket (wireless switch unit)

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

Recall details

ProductRemote-controlled socket (wireless switch unit)
Brand / manufacturerUnitec.
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Issuing authorityEU Safety Gate (RAPEX)
Reference0841/07
Country of noticeGermany
Risk levelSerious risk
Hazard typeFire
Notice date17 August 2007

Why it was recalled

According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: This product poses a risk of fire because:- it has an insufficient gap between the earth contacts (27.3 mm), - in the thermal test (load test) the temperature rose by up to 100 K, in comparison with the permitted 45 K.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the R&TTE Directive and the relevant standard DIN VDE 0620-1.

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 →

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.

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