Product Safety Report: Samnate Electric Wax Warmer (2112-0301)
Product Safety Report for Samnate Electric Wax Warmer presenting serious risk from electric shock and electrocution
Summary
Product: Samnate Electric Wax Warmer
Hazard: The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as the internal wiring ha only been fitted with basic insulation and is in contact with the accessible metal enclosure.
Corrective action: The product was rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Electric Wax Warmer |
|---|---|
| Barcode | X001BFDX4V |
| Other product identifiers | Samnate UK Lamp, 1/13 |
| Country of Origin | Hong Kong |
| Product description | Black wax heater aroma diffuser with black electrical lead and incorporated switch, packaged in white cardboard box |
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Hazard
This product poses a serious risk of electric shock as the internal wiring ha only been fitted with basic insulation and is in contact with the accessible metal enclosure. Furthermore, internal wiring passed through a metal plate, which did not have rounded edges, and no bushing was provided. It is possible for the insulation to wear away and the wire to come into contact with the accessible metal closure, causing it to become live and give the user an electric shock.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The product was rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2112-0301
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards