Product Safety Report: SOKANY Grill Maker (2603-0226)
Product Safety Report for SOKANY Grill Maker presenting a risk of fire.
Summary
Product: SOKANY Grill Maker
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 and may overheat during use.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Electric Grills |
|---|---|
| Brand | SOKANY |
| Model | SK-223 |
| Barcode | 6974824282239 |
| Product identifiers | G4042-K7644814165 HG-K43001, RVG4042, 251218-0006-178, FBE251218UK-1 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An electronic grill maker with wall plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 and may not make a secure connection with the socket. This could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. It is also fitted with a counterfeit fuse link which does not conform to the requirements of BS 1362. A compliant, correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions. 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.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2603-0226
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards