Product Safety Report: Baoshishan Mini Spin Machine sold via Amazon (2504-0216)
Product Safety Report for Baoshishan Mini Spin Machine presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Baoshishan Mini Spin Machine
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the motor has a rated voltage of 220 V, below the required 230 v required.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Mini spin machine |
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Brand | Baoshishan |
Model | MNT20-25 |
Amazon product identifiers | FBA15JXXKT57U000036, X001VHNWD1. |
Country of Origin | China |
Product Description | A small tumble dryer machine with wall plug. |
Product Report and Image | [InlineAttachment:2504-0216-product-safety-report-mini-spin-machine.pdf |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as the motor has a rated voltage of 220 V, below the required 230 v required. The use of equipment on supply voltages in excess of their rating can lead to overheating, which may cause the plug to spark and catch on fire. There is also a risk of injury as the rotating drum can be accessed while the product is in use. The instructions were deemed inadequate and some of the required documentation/markings were not present.
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 notification number: 2504-0216
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards