Welding Machine ARC-250 — fire & burns risk
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Hazard
The fuse supplied with the plug has the wire soldered to the outside of the casing, which means it bypasses the fuses’ function and provides no over-current protection which can cause a fire and explosion. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Remedy
Destruction of the product
Product safety report
Measures taken
- Destruction of the product
Product description
Yellow metal welder, marked with brand/model supplied in plain carboard box
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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