Product Safety Report: Xinchangxin Battery Charger (2512-0226)
Product Safety Report for Xinchangxin Battery Charger presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Xinchangxin Battery Charger
Hazard: The product presents a seriousrisk of fire because it is inadequately earthed.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Chargers |
|---|---|
| Brand | XINCHANGXIN |
| Product Carton Identifiers | DPCDJ01 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A large battery charger for starting a car battery. Comes with multiple settings and an LED display, as well as attached wall plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because the fuse has not been supplied with a granular filler. A correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding.
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 import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0226
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards