Electric shocks on Macbook Pro

Hello to all,
I'm having issues with my brand new Macbook Pro (it has less that two weeks), I get this annoying electric shocks near the dvd drive and the keyboard. This is quite often, in 15 min. I got three electric shocks.
Since it's not normal I ask you if you have any problem or suggestion about this, the Apple support in my country is restricted and probably get another Macbook Pro will cause me more problems since I need to install and move all again.
I have call my local Apple support and they could not help me much.
Thank you for you help!
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"I have call my local Apple support and they could not help me much."
Why not? Not even advising you to take your computer to a repair shop for a look-see?
Personally, I would not put up w/any type of "shock" coming from a computer. If I were you since your computer is still under warranty, I would call Apple Customer Service in your country.

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