Product Safety Report: Preethi Blue Leaf Mixer Grinders (2508-0081)
Product Safety Report for Preethi Blue Leaf Mixer Grinders presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire.
Summary
Product: Preethi Blue Leaf Mixer Grinders
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock as it is supplied with a clover-leaf plug. Additionally, the lack of a fuse means the product is inadequately earthed, presenting a risk of fire under fault conditions.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Kitchen/cooking accessories - Kitchen Combination Mixing/Blending/Chopping Appliances |
|---|---|
| Brand | Preethi |
| Model numbers | MG150, MG149 |
| Listing names | Blue Leaf Gold Mixer Grinder 700W, Preethi Blue Leaf Silver Mixer Grinder 600W |
| Country of Origin | Sri Lanka |
| Product Description | Blue and white mixer grinders with accessories and black power supply cord with clover leaf-style plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as it is supplied with a clover-leaf plug. If a consumer were to plug the product into a socket, the consumer could gain access to the live parts and receive an electric shock. Additionally, the lack of a fuse means the product is inadequately earthed, presenting a risk of fire under fault conditions. The product was also missing the required markings and documentation.
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: 2508-0081
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards