An urgent recall has been issued for a popular travel adapter sold in Harvey Norman.
The G&BL Universal Multitravel Adapter by JDM Products was sold in the home and electronics retailer. Around 1,222 products have been sold in Ireland so far.
The reason for the recall is due to an electric shock risk caused by a manufacturing issue. Shutters for the Australian socket system are missing and can cause live part access.
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The CCPC said: "The product presents a risk of electric shock as the shutters of the adaptor are absent for the Australian socket system on the adaptor, which may cause the user to access live parts (e.g. the pin) and receive an electric shock. The brand is G&BL. The type/number of model is Art. 6769. The bar code is 8011884067692. The batch number is unknown. There are approximately 1,222 affected products in the Republic of Ireland which have been purchased from Harvey Norman."
Customers should stop using the product and contact JDM Products directly at orders@jmdproducts.com or (01) 205 0500 to check if your model is affected and find out what remedies are available to you.
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