Product Safety Report: Fan Heater ML-9001 sold via Amazon (2511-0255)
Product Safety Report for Fan Heater presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Fan Heater ML-9001 sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Adaptors (Electrical). |
|---|---|
| Model | ML-9001 |
| Amazon Product Identifiers | X002D6WWSN, FBA15KTWRR47U000005 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Portable fan heater with attached wall plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 and the ISOD pin is too short. This means the product does not make a secure connection with the socket and does not provide adequate earthing protection.
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: 2511-0255
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards