Product Safety Report: SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH Ni-CD Battery UK Plug (2205-0226)

Product Safety Report for SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH Ni-CD Battery UK Plug presenting a serious risk of electric shock as the electrical contacts of the C8 connector are accessible.

Summary

Product: SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH Ni-CD Battery UK Plug

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to accessible live parts.

Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). We recommend users stop using the product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Battery charger
Barcode 304037427130
Country of Origin China
Product description Silver 4 slot battery charger with supply cord and 3 pin plug. Slots are covered by a blue frosted cover
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the electrical contacts of the C8 connector are accessible (see detailed image above). The user may come into contact with the C8 connector and receive an electric shock.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

We recommend users stop using the product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Additional information

PSD case numbers: 2205-0226

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 8 June 2022