Product Safety Report: VIKTORIA Grills (2510-0083)
Product Safety Report for VIKTORIA grills presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire.
Summary
Product: VIKTORIA Grills
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire and electric shock as it is supplied with a plug that is not permitted for sale on the UK market.
Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Hobs/Cooktops |
|---|---|
| Brand | VIKTORIA |
| Models | 800W, 1600W and 3000W |
| Country of Origin | Bulgaria |
| Product Description | Three models of grill supplied with two-pin plugs. |
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Hazard
The product presents a risk of electric shock and fire as the the plug does not have a fuse and does not meet the requirements of BS 1363. A fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug becoming live, overheating and/or exploding. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2510-0083
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards