Product Safety Report: Mini Folding Washing Machine DKS1202 sold via Amazon (2511-0090)
Product Safety Report for Mini Folding Washing Machine DKS1202 presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Mini Folding Washing Machine DKS1202
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire because the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon)
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Clothes Washers |
|---|---|
| Model (on adaptor) | DKS1202 |
| Amazon identifiers | X0029JWQGT – B0F23MZ25N |
| Amazon listing name | Portable Washing, Machine,11L Small Travel Washing Machine With Spin Dryer Function, Underwear 45db Ultra Quiet for Baby Clothes 45 dB Low Noise with Three Hangers Travel/Camping |
| Product carton identifiers | X0029JWQGT, FBA15KP3HMH6U000028 |
| SKU | 10LGree-UKDF-LSH |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Miniature white portable washing machine. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The live and neutral pins are too short and close to the periphery of the plug. This could lead to the plug failing to make a secure connection with the socket, overheating and/or exploding. Improvements are also required to product documentation and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2511-0090
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards