Product Safety Report: Bubble machine ZQ-B318 (2202-0068)

Product safety report for bubble machine presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: Bubble Machine ZQ-B318

Hazard: The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the earth wire in the supply cord had been left cut off. The product was not earthed and there was basic insulation in contact with accessible live parts.

Corrective action: Destruction of the product at the border.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Bubble Machine
Model ZQ-B318
SKU B07ZYWMPVS
Other product identifiers RVG256-211203-0004-606 G256-ZQ-B318B-YK-UK-FBA-PVS ZQ-B318B-YK-UK-FBA-PVS
Country of Origin China
Counterfeit Unknown
Product description A black cased bubble machine with multiple bubble wands and remote control.
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Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the earth wire in the supply cord had been left cut off. The product was not earthed and there was basic insulation in contact with accessible live parts. The plug that was fitted on the supply cord did not comply with BS1363 and the fuse did not comply with BS 1362. The fuse was shorter than the minimum length stated in the standard and contained insufficient granular filler, which is required to ensure safe operation in fault conditions. The product was not accompanied by adequate instructions and does not comply fully with the marking requirements of the relevant standard.

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

Corrective action

Destruction of the product at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2202-0068

Notifier: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 27 March 2022