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Bravoli Mini Chainsaw sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

UK OPSSHigh riskElectric shockSold on AmazonDec 28, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Bravoli Mini Chainsaw sold via Amazon — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Bravoli Mini Chainsaw sold via Amazon — electric shock 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 electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality because it did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance. The product also presents a risk of injuries as it was supplied with a guide bar cover however the cover does not fit correctly as it does not cover the whole blade exposing some of the sharp chain teeth. Improvements are also required to quality assurance, documentation, markings, and the declaration of conformity must be supplied with the product. The product does not meet the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Remedy

The import has been rejected and destroyed at the border. Removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Import rejected at border
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Miniature chainsaw with lithium rechargeable battery

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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