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Grey and Purple Hairdryer sold via eBay — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on eBayFeb 16, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Grey and Purple Hairdryer sold via eBay — electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of an electric shock due to a counterfeit fuse and lack of insulation. The internal build quality featured poor quality connections with wires soldered directly to component legs. The main 4 stage switch did not have any approval markings. The product stated it had thermal protection, but this could not be found. The fuse had friction fit end caps and did not contain a ballast, and the fuse is considered counterfeit. The product does not meet the requirements of the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations or the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The product has been destroyed at the border. The listings have been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product

Product description

A grey hairdryer with purple edges and buttons and black power supply cord with three 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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