Product Safety Report: LED Vape Shop Sign (2312-0076)
Product Safety Report for LED Vape Shop Sign presenting a serious risk of fire and electric shock.
Summary
Product: LED Vape Shop Sign
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as it is fitted with a cloverleaf plug and did not have the facility for a fuse link.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected and destroyed at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – LED sign |
|---|---|
| AC/DC adapter model | CFQX-1250 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Neon LED sign of a hand holding a vape. The product has an AC/DC plug with wall socket. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is fitted with a cloverleaf plug and did not have the facility for a fuse link. The plug does not meet the minimum measurement requirements and does not comply with BS1363. These types of plugs can also cause damage to electrical sockets which may also lead to internal sparking. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected and destroyed at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2312-0076
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards