Car & Home Massage Pillow, 8028 Safety Notice
Risk
Electric shock.
Models affected
ASIN: B097R4XXQS
Barcode / SKU: X001M63X8P
Model KAT24W01
Other product identifiers: FBA15G6BN55JU000032
Details
Electric massaging pillow rest that uses heat and kneading heads.
The product poses a high risk of electric shock as when tested the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard (BS1363). This includes to size of the plug pins exceed the limit which can damage the plug socket.
Additionally, the plug conductors had been soldered onto their respective terminals and have not been held in place independently of the soldered connection (or securely hooked in position prior to soldering). There are no barriers to prevent a detached wire from reducing creepage distances and clearances to levels below the minimum required by the standard. Furthermore, the instructions are considered to be inadequate as they do not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment.
The product does not comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Bathroom Mirror Safety Notice
Risk
Electric shock.
Models affected
SKU: M010000000002349102
Other product identifiers:
EZ1161210A1
Ds016565682630943894.
Details
Electric bathroom mirror with adjustable light colour and dimness.
The product presents a high risk of electric shock due to inadequate insulation and separation of the input/output circuits in the power supply unit. The product failed the electrical strength test and flashover occurred across a capacitor in the power circuit.
Additionally the plug does not meeting the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard and consequently presents a risk of overheating due to the incorrect size of the plug pins. The product does not meet the marking requirements of the relevant standard and the instructions provided are considered inadequate.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Plug-In Chime Electric Doorbell Safety Notice
Risk
Electric shock.
Models affected
Barcode: EY-A001929
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the plug pins on the device were not compatible with socket outlets conforming to the relevant standard, BS 1363. The plug pins had a distinct step between two different parts of the pins that could cause damage to the socket over time. This could lead the plug pins to wear down the socket connectors and damage the socket, leaving the user exposed to an electric shock hazard. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Details
Electronic doorbell with pairing over Wi-Fi.
Portable Heater Sold Via EBay Safety Notice
Risk
Electric shock.
Models affected
Barcode: 9559976086668 eBay Item Number: 115534680702
Details
Portable electric heater 500W UK plug timer + remote control digital display.
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plug face did not meet the dimensional and constructional requirements of the standard. The product power level was less than stated on the packaging. The supply voltage requirements stated were not compatible with the UK power network and it is assumed the product it is not for the UK market. The product should require tools to access live/hazardous parts, but it was possible to remove the grill by hand.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Lectron Mode 2 EV Portable Charging Cable Recall
Risk
Electric shock.
Models affected
eBay item no: 265388626064
Details
Black EV charging cable with cream handle.
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the failure of the sample to meet the RCD test requirements of Clause 9.7, meaning that after reasonable wear and tear, the cable may become damaged and the user may experience an electric shock should the RCD fail to protect. There is also a risk of overheating due to the PWM output exceeding the maximum current of a 13A plug and the failure of the plug to meet the requirements of the relevant standard.
The product does not meet the requirements of The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
