Product Safety Report: XINZHIZHU 42V 2A Charger (2607-0246)
Product Safety Report for XINZHIZHU 42V 2A Charger presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: XINZHIZHU 42V 2A Charger
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire because the plug face does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 and cannot make a secure connection with the socket.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Chargers |
|---|---|
| Brand | XINZHIZHU |
| Amazon Listing Name | XINZHIZHU 42V 2A Electric Scooter Charger Hoverboard Charger UK 3 Pin Plug Adapter for Segway Hoverboard Mobility Scooter Electric Bike Self-Balancing Two Wheel Drifting Board LED Charging Indicator 2M |
| Amazon ASIN | B0GZ296BF4 |
| Other Product Identifier | X002KTQ6FP |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Black 42V charger for electric scooters, hoverboards and e-bikes. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because the plug face does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 and the supplied fuse is considered counterfeit and does not have a ballast. A compliant, correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the product under fault conditions. Without a fuse, the product may overheat and catch fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). We recommend that owners stop using this product immediately and contact the seller to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2607-0246
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards