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Jigong Heat Tool sold via eBay — fire risk

UK OPSSHigh riskFireSold on eBayDec 28, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Jigong Heat Tool sold via eBay — fire risk
Photo from the official notice: Jigong Heat Tool sold via eBay — fire risk

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

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as this sample had not been fitted with any over-temperature protection for the element. During testing, the enclosure started to melt and emit copious amounts of smoke. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

Destruction of the product. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Black heat tool with red tip

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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