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IKEA Charger Recalled
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armandine2:
Just had an email from IKEA - they're recalling their 40W USB charger  :palm:

something of a surprise as I thought (and half remember Big Clive saying) IKEA and Apple were the recommended ones.

Anyhow - I will return, to be on the safe side (I guess). 
tom66:
Looks like the recall is over risk to damage to the power cord possibly causing burning and electric shock.   If the cable is fine, and you like the product, it's probably safe to keep, especially if you can replace the cord yourself (looks user replaceable to me?)
armandine2:
IKEA has received reports that the power cable may get damaged or broken after being wrapped around the charger, or bent back and forth, after a long period of use. The damaged cable may lead to thermal burns and electric shock. At IKEA, the health and safety of our customers is our top priority, therefore Ã…SKSTORM 40W USB charger dark grey is being recalled.

well I don't wrap the lead around the charger - so I'll keep it  :phew:
Karel:
Probably because they used a powercable with CCA wires?
armandine2:

--- Quote from: Karel on January 10, 2024, 10:51:06 am ---Probably because they used a powercable with CCA wires?

--- End quote ---

it is a stiff cable - I was nostalgic seeing cable with that old fabric type sheath, as used for irons.  :palm:
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