Product Recall: Kemei KM-809A Hair Clippers (2012-0213)
Product recall for Kemei KM-809A hair clippers presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Kemei KM-809A Hair Clippers
Hazard: Product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the adaptor does not contain the required dimensions under BS1363 and also possesses the incorrect pin lengths.
Corrective action: Removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Amazon) and recall of the product from end users.
Product information
| Type | Electrical Appliances and Equipment – Hair Clippers |
|---|---|
| Model | KM-809A |
| ASIN | B086YC262F / B07FY41WFC |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | White and black Kemei-branded hair clippers with black power supply lead and 2-pin plug. Supplied with white UK plug adaptor and packaged in white cardboard packaging. |
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Hazard
The product is supplied with a travel adaptor for permanent use. The adaptor does not contain the required dimensions under BS1363 and also possesses the incorrect pin lengths. A user may consequently access live parts when plugging in, or unplugging, the product from an electrical socket, presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0213
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards