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Yudotech Candle Warmer Lamp sold via Amazon — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockSold on AmazonDec 28, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Yudotech Candle Warmer Lamp sold via Amazon — fire & electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the the mains plug was not fitted with a fuse link which conforms to BS 1362. If a fault were to occur with the product, the fuse does not work and therefore the plug could explode from the wall, causing a fire. There was also a single insulation mains potential wiring in contact with unearthed accessible metallic parts, presenting an electric shock hazard. 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

The import has been rejected at the border. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Table lamp with timer system

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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