Product Safety Report: Myron Mini Chainsaw, 8603 sold via Amazon (2309-0037)

Product Safety Report for Myron Mini Chainsaw, 8603 presenting a high risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: Myron Mini Chainsaw, 8603 sold via Amazon

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock as there is inadequate integral connection.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

Type Machinery – Mini chainsaw
Brand Myron
Model 8603
Carton numbers X001MXRYCX, FBA15GW81B6NU000003
Country of Origin China
Product Description An orange and black mini chainsaw with a lithium battery, charging plug and instructions.
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Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as there is inadequate integral connection. Whilst in use, the vibration of the chainsaw could cause a wire to come loose, and therefore, the product could become live. Improvements are required to quality assurance, documentation, and markings. There was also no declaration of conformity supplied.

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 case number: 2309-0037

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 15 September 2023