Product Safety Report: Electric Kettle, CZ-8520 (2608-0190)
Product Safety Report for Electric Kettle presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Electric Kettle, CZ-8520
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Kettles (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | CZ-8520 |
| Product carton identifiers | 1060211, OCC087533541475. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Electric kettle with attached wall plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug fuse is too small and therefore does not meet the requirements of BS 1362. A compliant, correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the product under fault conditions. Should a fault occur, without granular filler the plug may overheat and ignite, causing a fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2608-0190
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards