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🧸 Product HU December 23, 2016

AN NUO / Electrouti — Dry Steam Iron

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
AN NUO / Electrouti — Dry Steam Iron
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Electric shock, Fire
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment

Hazard: The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires could overheat. The electrical insulation is inadequate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Dir

Origin
People's Republic of China
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 3551 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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119 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 13, 2026
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What is this? This is a steam iron made to press clothes. It uses electricity and water to make steam.

What's happening? Some of these irons have wires that are too thin. They can get too hot. The insulation around the wires is not safe.

Does this affect me? If you own this iron in Hungary, it could cause an electric shock or start a fire.

What should I do? Stop using the iron right away. Ask a repair person or electrician to check it. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unsafe.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires could overheat. The electrical insulation is inadequate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Dir · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
December 23, 2016
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/239523

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What is this product recall alert about?
AN NUO / Electrouti — Dry Steam Iron. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires could overheat. The electrical insulation is inadequate. The product does not...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on December 23, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Hungary.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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