The ACCC has announced a cable recall of Infinity brand electrical cables due to the fire and electrocution risks posed by the sub-standard product.
The poor quality plastic insulation deteriorates rapidly, becoming brittle and susceptible to falling apart if disturbed.
Mance Electrical has never purchased this brand of cable so our clients can be assured there is none of this potentially dangerous product installed in their premises.
The cable was supplied through various hardware outlets between January and October 2013 and could have been purchased by other electricicans or even home owners themselves.
(That’s a separate issue in itself – It’s illegal to do your own electrical work, why can anybody just walk into a hardware store and buy a power point and a few meters of cable?)
Mance Electrical purchases cable from electrical wholesalers who have never stocked this particular brand.
If you are concerned that you may have some of this cable in your home or business, call your electrician and ask them to check their records, or arrange a visit to check the existing installation. There is probably only a small amount of this cable installed in Tasmania, however if you are affected, you may be able to claim the cost of repair or replacement from the cable supplier.
For further information, see the ACCC website, which has a frequently asked questions section on Infinity Cables, or give us a quick call on 6331 4711.
