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E27 Extension Socket Adapter with Screw — electric shock risk (2104-0040b)

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on AmazonNov 5, 2021
Photo from the official notice: E27 Extension Socket Adapter with Screw — electric shock risk (2104-0040b)
Photo from the official notice: E27 Extension Socket Adapter with Screw — electric shock risk (2104-0040b)

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

Hazard

This product poses a serious risk of electric shock as the screws that make an electrical connection were not locked against loosening, and there was possible access to live parts. There was single insulation mains potential wiring in contact with the accessible unearthed metallic neck of the lampholder. The mains plug portion of this product did not meet the requirements of BS 1363. Additionally, the product was not compliant with the marking requirement of the relevant standard. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

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

Product recall

Measures taken

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

Product description

A plug-in lampholder with switch and UK plug. The plug is connected to the lampholder by a flexible neck to allow adjustment of the lighting position. The fitting is E27, for a bulb with a screw thread fitting.

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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