Product Safety Report: Massage Mat, HX-1220 (2602-0056)
Product Safety Report for massage mat presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Massage Mat, HX-1220
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire because the plug pins are incorrectly sized.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Hobby/Sports Equipment - Sports Mats/Carpets |
|---|---|
| Model | HX-1220 |
| Item Number | STL0141 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An electronic massage mat with attached wall plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because it is powered by an insufficient adaptor. The plug for the product is too small and the live and neutral pins are too close to the periphery of the plug. If there is a surge in the current or a fault with the product, the plug may overheat and ignite, causing a fire. There are also no warnings or adequate 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.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2602-0056
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards