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Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable recalled over a fire risk
Product Recall for Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable presenting a risk of fire.
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1 identifier listed for this notice.
Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- 267706/2
What to do now
Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable could overheat or catch fire.
- Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it.
- Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- make sure you have working smoke alarms
Get help urgently
- if it starts to smoke, smell of burning or catch fire, get everyone out and call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2507-0172). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable presenting a risk of fire.
The risk
Testing has indicated that the product failed to achieve its declared reaction to fire performance. The reaction to fire performance declared in the Manufacturers Declaration of Performance is class B2ca-s1a,d0,a1. Independent testing has indicated that the performance achieved by the product was Fca.
The product therefore may not perform to the to the declared reaction to fire performance.
Action taken
Aginode Belgium have withdrawn this batch of product from the market. Aginode Belgium have recalled the product from the supply chain in the UK and issued a warning notice to end users that the product may not meet its declared performance.
Advice to consumers
Aginode Belgium have withdrawn this batch of product from the market. Aginode Belgium have recalled the product from the supply chain in the UK and issued a warning notice to end users that the product may not meet its declared performance.
The potential impact of lower performance of a product in relation to reaction to fire and building safety will vary on a project-by-project basis and will depend on factors unique to each building.
Aginode have written to customers in the UK advising them that those who selected the identified product relying upon the declared reaction to fire Class of B2ca-s1a,d0,a1 are warned that the actual performance of this product may not achieve B2ca-s1a,d0,a1 classification and they should consider whether the lack of performance to Class B2ca-s1a,d0,a1 is material to the fire performance of the setting it is used in.
Aginode have written to customers in the UK advising those responsible for buildings to consider whether this shortfall in performance affects the fire safety of the environment in which the product is used.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2507-0172
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Internet LAN network cable.
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Questions
Why has Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable been recalled?
Aginode LANmark-OF Micro-Bundle Universal 12x Multimode Cable could overheat or catch fire. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it. Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
