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Wax Dissolving Lamp sold via Amazon — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockSold on AmazonDec 29, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Wax Dissolving Lamp sold via Amazon — fire & electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as it’s fitted with a counterfeit fuse which may not protect the product from potentially catching fire and injuring the user. The product also failed the electric strength test and there was a single insulation mains potential wiring in contact with unearthed accessible metallic parts, presenting an electric shock hazard to the user. 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.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

Black lamp for melting wax candles

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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