Product Safety Report: 2200W Vertical Steam Iron sold via eBay (2610-0199)
Product Safety Report for 2200W Vertical Steam Iron presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: 2200W Vertical Steam Iron sold via eBay
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire because the plug has no fuse.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay)
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Clothes Irons (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | 8016 |
| eBay ID | 176632030530 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A blue handheld electric steam iron with a pointed soleplate, translucent and black/grey plastic housing. |
| Product Report and Image |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire because the plug has no fuse and does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. A compliant fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the product under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. The pins were also smaller than the minimum dimensions required by the standard. The product’s warnings and markings also require improvement.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay)
Consumers should stop using the product immediately. Contact the retailer/supplier for a replacement or refund.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2610-0199
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards