Product Safety Report: Electric Welding Machine, MIG-270 sold via Amazon (2606-0195)
Product Safety Report for Electric Welding Machine, MIG-270 presenting a risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Electric Welding Machine, MIG-270
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock because the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Machinery - Welding/Blow Torches (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | MIG-270 |
| SKU | EBHOME-010-LHUK-NEW |
| Product carton identifiers | 3113, OJT2601193113U003 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An electric welding machine with attached wall plug and accessories. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock because the mains plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The pins were found to be inadequately sized. Over time, they may become worn down and damaged. It was also found that consumers can access the live parts of the plug without the use of tools as the side panel could be opened. Improvements are also required to the products documentation, warnings and instructions.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2606-0195
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards