Powerstar — Fast charger
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Electric shock
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Hazard
- The electrical insulation and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuit of the USB charger are not sufficient.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? A Powerstar fast USB charger sold in Finland. The plastic cover and the way the wires are placed do not give enough protection against electric shocks.
What's happening? The charger’s inside parts are too close together. If you touch the metal parts while it is plugged in, you could get a dangerous electric shock.
Does this affect me? Yes, if you own or use this charger in Finland.
What should I do? Stop using it right away. Ask a shop or a pharmacist where to return it for a safe replacement.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The electrical insulation and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuit of the USB charger are not sufficient. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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