Product Recall: Two Air Compressors sold via Amazon (2302-0117, 2303-0013)
Product Recall for Two Air Compressors sold via Amazon, presenting a risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Two Air Compressors sold via Amazon
Hazard: The products present a risk of electric shock as the use of a male socket, rather than female socket, means there are accessible live parts.
Corrective action: The authority is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| PSD Case Number | Product Name | Product Identifiers | Image and Report PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2302-0117 | New Warrior Mini HPA Compressor | Amazon ASIN: B09N3FPPXG | |
| 2303-0013 | High Pressure Air Compressor | Amazon ASIN: B07MYZRKDQ |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the product is powered by the mains 240v via a mains cord. The product requires a water-cooling pump to prevent overheating. The water-cooling pump is 240v and gets its power from a cord which plugs into a male socket on the main unit. This socket is live when the main unit is plugged in. The use of a male socket, rather than female socket, means there are accessible live parts. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The authority is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case numbers: 2302-0117, 2303-0013
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards