Product Safety Report: EMANBA Electric Scooter (2106-0046)
Product Safety Report for EMANBA Electric Scooter presenting a serious risk of injuries and electric shock.
Summary
Product: EMANBA Electric Scooter
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it can operate at over the maximum speed, and a risk of electric shock as the transformer is of poor build quality.
Corrective action: Import has been rejected at border
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Electric scooter |
|---|---|
| Model | V-L10 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Black and red scooter with seat. 10-inch air tyres. |
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Hazard
The product poses a serious risk of injuries as it went over the maximum speed requirement due to the speed not being limited. Consumer may crash on scooter as they may be unable to stop due to high speed and suffer injuries. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery Regulations 2008.
The product also poses a risk of electric shock as it was supplied with a non-compliant BS1363 plug and a non-compliant BS1362 fuse. The transformer was also of a poor build quality because it did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance. The product does not meet the requirements of Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
##Corrective action
Import has been rejected at border
Additional information
PSD case number: 2106-0046
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards