Product Safety Report: Gooway Angle Grinder (2508-0061)
Product Safety Report for Gooway Angle Grinder presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Gooway Angle Grinder
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as there is insufficient creepage and clearance distances between internal circuits.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Angle Grinders (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gooway |
| Product Identifiers | G11188-GRUK23014, GRUK23014, RVG11188-250422-0001-60 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An angle grinder with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Supplied with accessories in a black and red plastic case. |
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Hazard
The charger presents a high risk of fire as it has insufficient creepage and clearance distances and insulation. Under fault conditions, the charger could overheat and ignite, causing a fire. Additionally, the dimensions of the plug face did not prevent access to live parts, exposing an electric shock hazard. Improvements are required to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejcted at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0061
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards