Product Safety Report: Adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty, V-6093 Hair Clippers (2111-0096)

Product safety report for adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty Hair Clippers, presenting a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution.

Summary

Product: Adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty, V-6093 Hair Clippers

Hazard: The product poses a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution as when tested the dimensions of the pins on the plug supplied were incorrect.

Corrective action: Destruction of the product

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Adapter for hair clippers
Carton Number BEA016 5060680952636
Counterfeit Unknown
Country of Origin Hong Kong
Product description A black adaptor supplied with hair clippers with a UK 3 pin plug and cord.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the dimensions of the pins on the plug supplied were incorrect. The plug was unable to fit into a plug test gauge properly due to the plug pins being misaligned. The pins on this adapter’s plug were not compatible with socket outlets conforming to BS1363. There was no facility for a fuse in the plug. The plug was missing required markings such as approval and the approval body.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

Destruction of the product

Additional information

PSD case number: 2111-0096

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 27 March 2022