KOPP — POWERversal
Extension lead (power strip) with five sockets, a switch and quick-plug system.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Electric shock
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Hazard
- Due to an assembly error the user could receive an electric shock when touching the earth contact of the socket
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
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What is this? This is a power strip made by KOPP called POWERversal. It may have a mistake in how it was put together.
What's happening? The mistake could let electricity flow where it shouldn’t. If you touch the metal part of the plug, you might get a shock.
Does this affect me? If you live in Germany and own this power strip, you could be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the power strip right away. Ask a store or a repair person for help. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick.
🤖 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.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: Due to an assembly error the user could receive an electric shock when touching the earth contact of the socket · Origin: Germany
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