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18650 Lithium Battery Charger for LED Torch Rechargeable Flashlight with UK Plug — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockSold on eBayMay 17, 2022
Photo from the official notice: 18650 Lithium Battery Charger for LED Torch Rechargeable Flashlight with UK Plug — fire & electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock and a risk of fire as when tested the construction of the product was found to be unsafe. Creepage and clearance distances are insufficient and the product failed a 3kV dielectric strength test between phase connectors and earth. The product’s plug also does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard (BS1363), and the fuse fitted in the plug contained no silica. The product is not supplied with an approved supply cord. The fuse and supply cord are considered counterfeit. Additionally, the product is not compliant with the marking requirements of the relevant standard and no instructions are provided. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets Safety Regulations 1994.

Remedy

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). We recommend users stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Removal of listing by online marketplace
  • Warning consumers of risks

Product description

Black 1 slot battery charger with supply cord and 3 pin plug

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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