Product Safety Report: Mini Chainsaw, 4L (2609-0234)
Product Safety Report for Mini Chainsaw, 4L presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Mini Chainsaw, 4L
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock because the mains plug did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Machinery - Chain Saws (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | 4L (box only) / KM0115 (manual only) |
| Battery charger | YH-212D |
| Amazon product identifiers | X002NMIKH1, FBA15M3Z9XXYU000003 |
| SKU | LF-DJ-V3, CKH-8 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A mini chainsaw with a wall plug and lithium battery. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock because the mains plug did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The live and neutral pins were less than 9.5mm from the periphery of the engagement surface. When inserting or removing the pin from the socket, the user may receive an electric shock. The product was also missing a valid declaration of conformity and the relevant information, warnings and instructions. The PPE, which was provided with the product, was also missing the relevant markings.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2609-0234
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards