PRA number
2015/15070
Published date
Product description
Flat Electrical Cable 2 Core and Earth PVC Insulated and Sheathed 450/750 CLASS 2 type, commonly known as “TPS”
What are the defects?
The cables fail the required ageing tests of AS/NZS 5000.2. The insulation could become prematurely brittle with age.
What are the hazards?
If the insulation becomes brittle and the cables are disturbed, the insulation could break and expose live conductors, resulting in possible electric shock or fires.
What should consumers do?
Do not install the cable. Unused cable should be returned to the place of purchase for replacement.
House occupiers who are concerned that this cabling may have been used in their homes should contact their builder or licensed electrician and ask if they have used SKL brand cable in the wiring of the house. If SKL cable is identified, the home owner should contact SKL cables on (07) 3341 3216 for further action.
SKL are currently contacting all customers who have purchased and installed all affected products, and have engaged an electrical contractor to rectify this situation.
House occupiers who are concerned that this cabling may have been used in their homes should contact their builder or licensed electrician and ask if they have used SKL brand cable in the wiring of the house. If SKL cable is identified, the home owner should contact SKL cables on (07) 3341 3216 for further action.
SKL are currently contacting all customers who have purchased and installed all affected products, and have engaged an electrical contractor to rectify this situation.
Supplier
Shanghai Mining Cable Pty Ltd
Traders who sold this product
SKL Cables Australia
Where the product was sold
Queensland
Dates available for sale
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Responsible regulator
Electrical Safety Office (QLD) is the responsible regulator for this recall.