Risk
The product poses a risk of fire because the transformer does not have adequate overload protection. If the output circuit of the transformer short-circuits, the transformer can overheat and the enclosure can catch fire. In addition, the dimensions of the pins are incorrect which can cause electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 61558.
Models affected
Item Number: 9053 AC/DC Adaptor Model: E1-041 Input: AC220-240V 50Hz. Output: DC 12V 500mA No Bar Code.
Details
Wireless RC Helicopter and AC/DC Adaptor for recharging battery. Product packaging consists of printed cardboard with images of product and text.
What to do next
Withdrawal from the market and destruction ordered by the authorities.
The manufacturer may not have provided a way to exchange your product. Read our product recall advice to find out what to do next.
Electrical Safety First recommends that anyone who discovers they have an electrical item that has been recalled should stop using it until it has been checked by the manufacturer.
