Product Safety Report: Ultrasonic Pest Repeller (2209-0117)
Product Safety Report for Ultrasonic Pest Repeller presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Ultrasonic Pest Repeller
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the plug pins being too close to the periphery of the plug.
Corrective action: Destruction of the product at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Ultrasonic Pest Repeller |
|---|---|
| Barcode | X0011GH148 |
| Amazon APP Ref | 717640 |
| Country of origin | China |
| Product description | Wall plug in device to repel insects with an ultrasonic sound, packaged in blue cardboard packaging. |
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Hazard
The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of electric shock. The pins are too close to the periphery of the plug, meaning that a consumer may touch the live pins when removing or inputting the plug into an electrical socket, receiving an electric shock. The product also requires improvements to markings and instructions.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
Destruction of the product at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2209-0117
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards