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Counterfeit Mist Maker — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockSold on WishJan 22, 2021
Photo from the official notice: Counterfeit Mist Maker — fire & electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Counterfeit Mist Maker — fire & electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Counterfeit Mist Maker — fire & electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The insulation of the transformer and power supply is inadequate and may fail to protect against creepage currents, leading to a flashover emitting sparks which presents a serious risk of fire. The transformer also poses a risk of electric shock as the creepage and clearance distances are insufficient. The product was also fitted with a 2-pin plug, which is not permitted in the UK. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (Wish).

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Black fog machine/mist maker with electrical lead and 2-pin Euro plug, packaged in white and blue cardboard packaging.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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