Product Recall: Virosmart VS-500 ULV Fogging Machine (2111-0379b)
Product recall for Virosmart VS-500 ULV Fogging Machine presenting a medium risk of electric shock
Summary
Product: Virosmart VS-500 ULV Fogging Machine
Hazard: Products sold between 1 May and 7 September 2020 present a medium risk of electric shock due to potential exposure to live wiring on non-compliant plugs.
Corrective action: Select products manufactured before September 2020 are being recalled to have plugs replaced.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Fogging machine |
|---|---|
| SKU | V8988 |
| Sales period | 1 May to 7 September 2020. |
| Country of Origin | Turkey |
| Product description | Black product with 5 litre water container and 8m mains lead on black frame. |
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Hazard
The product has been identified as presenting a medium risk of electric shock as a number of products sold between 1 May and 7 September 2020 have non-compliant plugs which can expose live wiring at the base of the plug. If a user touches the plug when in use, they may receive an electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
Select products manufactured before September 2020 are being recalled to have plugs replaced. For further information, please access the Virosmart website.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2111-0379b
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards