Product Safety Report: Keynor-UK Weatherproof Outdoor Switch & Socket LZUK2-3M (2211-0125)

Product Safety Report for Keynor-UK weatherproof outdoor switch & socket presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire as the product is not suitable or sufficiently durable for outdoor usage.

Summary

Product: Weatherproof Outdoor Switch & Socket LZUK2-3M

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock and fire due to lack of durability for outdoor usage, leading to the potential for the power cord to wear and live parts to become accessible, touch and overheat.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Outdoor Switch and Socket
Brand Keynor-UK
Model Number LZUK2-3M
SKU PF-QTZ6-3F7I
Barcode X001FCJ3Y9
Other product identifier FBA15G89RPG7U000023
Country of Origin China
Product description A weatherproof outdoor switch and socket device with plastic cover.
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Hazard

The product has been identified as presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire as the product is advertised as weatherproof, but the product’s cord is not suitable for outdoor usage. This can lead the cord to deteriorate over time, exposing live parts which could give an electric shock to a consumer. Additionally, if the cord degrades, there is a potential for live wires to touch, overheat and ignite, causing a fire. The product also requires improvements to marking, labelling and instructions.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2211-0125

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 28 November 2022