Product Safety Report: Jianxing Chenrui Electrical Technology Courtyard Heater (2601-0298)
Product Safety Report for Jianxing Chenrui Electrical Technology Courtyard Heater presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire.
Summary
Product: Jianxing Chenrui Electrical Technology Courtyard Heater
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire because internal electrical connections are inadequately secured, with wires soldered directly to the PCB without effective strain relief.
Corrective action: The product has been destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Coolers/Heaters |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Jianxing Chenrui Electrical Technology co., Ltd. [Technology is mis-spelt as Techonlogy on supplied labelling and documentation.] |
| Model | Heater-05 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Metal courtyard heater with black power supply cord and plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire because internal electrical connections are inadequately secured, with wires soldered directly to the PCB without effective strain relief. The connections may loosen during normal use, leading to arcing and overheating, which could ignite surrounding materials and cause a fire. The plug was also marked with an approval number that could not be verified, raising concerns regarding compliance with BS 1363.
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 and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2601-0298
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards