Product Safety Report: VGLIMOTOR E-Motorbike (2606-0220)
Product Safety Report for VGLIMOTOR E-Motorbike presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: VGLIMOTOR E-Motorbike
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire because it is supplied with a two-pin plug that cannot incorporate a fuse and therefore does not meet the requirements of BS 1363.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border
Product information
| Type | Hobby/sports equipment - Cycles (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | VGLIMOTOR |
| Model | VMX105 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | E-motorbike with wall plug and charger. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because it is supplied with a two-pin plug that cannot incorporate a fuse and therefore does not meet the requirements of BS 1363. In the event of a fault or overcurrent, there is no adequate protection, which may lead to overheating and a risk of fire. Additionally, improvements are required to the documentation, markings, and instruction manual. A valid Declaration of Conformity was not supplied with the machinery.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2606-0220
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards